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While We Were Out

By Photo of Staff Reports

Weapons Complex Monitor took a break over the past two weeks for Congress’ annual summer recess. Our affiliate publication, Weapons Complex Morning Briefing, kept up on the latest news around the nuclear security enterprise and its industry partners. Here’s…

In This Issue

Incumbents Getting Extensions on Hanford Tank, Central Plateau Work

A tunnel boring machine operating inside an underground rock-salt mine tunnel.

Energy Department Rolls Out WIPP Strategic Plan Through 2024

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Subcontractor Hired to Sink New Utility Shaft at WIPP

Two professionals reviewing and signing a contract document together in an office setting.

Pro2Serve Unit Re-Awarded Portsmouth-Paducah Tech Support Business

A worker in safety gear inspecting large concrete storage modules built to hold spent nuclear fuel containers.

National Academies Wants More Study on Hanford Low-Activity Waste Treatment Options

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Nine Los Alamos Containers Did Not Qualify for Shipment to WIPP, DNFSB Notes

Environmental scientists in protective suits surveying contaminated soil at an industrial cleanup site.

Los Alamos DOE Cleanup Employee Placed on Leave

Two professionals reviewing and signing a contract document together in an office setting.

Jacobs Buying Wood Group Nuclear Business

Environmental scientists in protective suits surveying contaminated soil at an industrial cleanup site.

Savannah River Contractor Mismanaged Incident Reports: DOE Office

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Centerra to Receive Four-Month Extension as SRS Security Contractor

Environmental scientists in protective suits surveying contaminated soil at an industrial cleanup site.

Bechtel Settles Retaliation Lawsuit From Ex-Employee

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Nevada Environmental RFP Attracts Over 100 Questions

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Contract Appeals Board Again Orders DOE to Pay Idaho Contractor Dispute Fees

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Wrap Up: Boston Government Services Teams With Trinity

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