Cost benefits of an effective nuclear procurement program

Conference · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1989 · Transactions of the American Nuclear Society; (USA)

OSTI ID:6769278

Tulay, M P

A number of nuclear utilities have been successful in recent years in assertively developing cost-effective and efficient procurement programs. Not only have the problems been addressed and resolved, but these select utilities have positioned themselves for significant long-term cost savings. The six elements most common to these programs, which generate long-term efficiencies and cost savings, are as follows: (1) computerized master equipment list (MEL) that identifies by a unique tag number each major component and assembly in the plant, (2) computerized operating inventory in the form of parts lists for each component in the MEL, (3) engineering classification for each replacement item, (4) commercial-grade item dedication program, (5) computerized replacement items design data base, and (6) standardized specifications for commodity items. The elements discussed can position a nuclear utility to automate the procurement process and improve traceability of hardware through bar coding. These follow-on activities can further improve efficiencies and ultimately provide better maintenance of the plant equipment and improved plant reliability.

• OSTI ID: 6769278
• Report Number(s): CONF-890604--
• Conference Information: Journal Name: Transactions of the American Nuclear Society; (USA) Journal Volume: 59
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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