1) Is there any question/risk of resource availability either with PPPL or a subcontractor?
Yes, there is a risk of resource availability. We are carrying risk ID #34 on the project registry (If there is a lack of engineering and project support that threatens project completion on schedule). CA 4026 includes bundle-specific risks, but #34 applies and maps to the entire project. Kindly note: 1) We are eliminating a plethora of resource risks by outsourcing bundle fabrication as mentioned in my 2nd talk, and 2) We recognized our diminishing pool magnet SMEs and put in place n inter-lab agreement to provide access to a larger pool of resources to supplement PPPL's staff in accomplishing the bundle scope for which we are responsible.
Subcontractor: Yes, #380 on the CA 4026 Registry speaks to the risk of a staffing shortfall in fabricating the quadrants. To more broadly mitigate this risk, one of our Prime Fabricator selection criteria includes the adequacy of available resources to complete PPPL's bundle on schedule. PPPL's RFP is available on the DOE SAM website (will forward the link to you if you can not locate it).
2) What is the standing army cost that would be anticipated should the TF/OH bundle delivery be delayed?
About $450K per month based on the CA 9000 (Project Management) at the project level. From the Committee's question, it is evident that we have not addressed the LOE costs included in 4026 that constitute standing army cost subject to increase if bundle delivery is delayed. The team will make an addition to the Register for 4026, accordingly.
3) How much of the standing army costs would be covered on the main project as opposed to CA 4026?
Project (i.e., CA 9000) cost exposure needs to be covered on the main project because there are other risks (e.g., CA 5015 reassembly) that are involved in this equation. The 4026 delay exposure can/should remain in 4026.