# Westinghouse Expands South Carolina Nuclear Fuel Facility

Westinghouse announced an approximately $1 billion expansion of its Columbia Fuel Fabrication Facility in Hopkins, South Carolina, to increase production of LEU+ nuclear fuel. Construction is underway, operations are expected to begin in 2030, and state job-development credits have been approved. The announcement identifies no RFP, contract award, or procurement contact, so this is an industrial expansion—not a current bid opportunity.

- Contractors with construction, equipment, and nuclear supply-chain capabilities can assess potential future work connected to the facility expansion; no specific solicitations or awards are identified yet.
- Procurement professionals should distinguish the company’s facility investment and state incentives from a government contract. The stated 2030 operational target provides context for the expansion timeline, but no contractor deadlines are provided.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Coordinating Council for Economic Development
- South Carolina Department of Commerce
- Richland County Council
- U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

### Vendors
- Westinghouse Electric Company ()

### Key Quotes
> Businesses like Westinghouse are propelling South Carolina forward in the advanced energy sector. The company’s $1 billion expansion in Richland County marks a significant step forward in our state’s capacity to strengthen national security and drive economic growth. With its legacy rooted here in the state, we are pleased to see Westinghouse amplify its capabilities and leadership in the industry.
> — Harry M. Lightsey III, Secretary of Commerce

> South Carolina is already leading America’s nuclear renaissance, and this announcement further strengthens our commitment to help meet the clean energy needs of the future. Westinghouse has been a critical partner in this effort, and we look forward to it expanding its work in our state to create next-generation fuel products that will continue to support nuclear energy production well into the future.
> — Henry McMaster, Governor of South Carolina

### Sources
- [Westinghouse expands Richland County operations to advance next-generation nuclear fuel | S.C. Governor Henry McMaster](https://governor.sc.gov/news/2026-10/westinghouse-expands-richland-county-operations-advance-next-generation-nuclear-fuel) - SC