DOE INL AI Data Center Solicitation — Site-Specific RFP with 44,000 Acres; Nuclear Co-location Priority

INL is one of four DOE sites with active AI data center solicitations. 44,000 acres of available land — by far the largest of the four sites. Long-term leasing agreements. Priority given to proposals integrating innovative energy generation and storage with data centers, including nuclear. INL hosts active SMR demonstrations including Aalo-X (targeting criticality July 2026) and multiple DOE Reactor Pilot Program participants.  (more)

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INL is the premier federal land opportunity for nuclear-powered AI data centers. The combination of 44,000 acres, active SMR demonstrations, DOE research co-location potential, and existing grid infrastructure makes this the most strategically valuable federal site. Monitor DOE for updated solicitation timelines.