Federal Register #2026-10074

NRC Requests Public Comment on Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment Project Report

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public comment on its Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Project documentation. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - NRC is requesting feedback on a draft report (Volume 1: Summary Report) for the Level 3 PRA Project - Notable Requirements: - The report covers technical advances, project scope, regulatory insights, and documentation practices for nuclear safety - The project addresses all internal and external hazards, plant operating modes, reactor units, spent fuel pools, and dry cask storage - The NRC aims to enhance regulatory decision making and improve staff expertise through this project - This is a request for information and comment only, not a solicitation or award

Description

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment a draft report on the Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) project, specifically Volume 1: Summary Report. This report summarizes the entire Level 3 PRA project, including project scope, objectives, technical approach, principal results, observations, and insights. The project aims to develop a Level 3 PRA reflecting technical advances and addressing new scope considerations, to enhance regulatory decision making and staff expertise. Public comments are requested by July 20, 2026.

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