Department of Energy Research Facility

A federally operated research laboratory is constructing a 64,000-square-foot stable isotope production and research facility designed to restore domestic capability for enriching stable isotopes used in medical, industrial, research, and national security applications. The facility addresses increasing national demand and the depletion of legacy isotope stockpiles following the shutdown of a former enrichment operation, with the objective of reducing reliance on foreign suppliers and reestablishing a critical U.S. resource. Sylvan is providing mechanical and process systems installation for this high-security federal research project, delivering advanced mechanical systems, process piping, and HVAC infrastructure required to support operations on a secure campus. The scope of work requires specialized expertise in federal and nuclear facility construction and is executed under rigorous quality control standards, strict safety protocols, and extensive coordination among multiple stakeholders in a sensitive research environment.

The project is being executed successfully, meeting stringent federal, safety, and performance requirements within a complex and highly regulated research setting. Sylvan’s work is enabling critical building systems to be integrated seamlessly, supporting the facility’s readiness for advanced research and production operations. The successful delivery of this scope positions the facility to fulfill its mission of restoring a vital domestic isotope supply while demonstrating Sylvan’s capability to perform reliably on secure, technically demanding federal projects. As a result, the project stands as a strong example of effective collaboration, disciplined execution, and long-term value creation for national research and infrastructure priorities.