Industry Engagement
INL Industry Days
Advancing partnerships to support national missions
November 11-12, 2026
The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) will host a free industry days event to provide current and prospective partners with insight into the laboratory’s mission priorities, upcoming acquisition opportunities, and partnership pathways. The event is open to all interested companies.
This event convenes industry, small businesses and research partners to:
- Share information on INL’s strategic direction and program needs
- Provide visibility into upcoming procurements and capabilities gaps
- Facilitate direct engagement with INL leadership, program staff members and acquisition professionals
- Strengthen collaboration in support of the Department of Energy’s mission areas
Registration
Join us for INL Industry Days and connect with leaders, innovators, and partners shaping the future of national missions. Attendance is open to all interested organizations; however, advance registration is required.
Secure your spot to participate in tours, presentations, and networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful collaboration.
Event Details
Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho
Venue: INL Meeting Center, 775 MK Simpson Boulevard
Dates: November 11–12, 2026
Wednesday, November 11: Guided tours and leadership presentations
Thursday, November 12: Industry engagement booth and networking
Agenda Overview
The INL Industry Days agenda provides both strategic context and practical engagement opportunities.
Day 1 - Laboratory Overview
November 11, 2026
- Event kickoff
- Guided tours of desert facilities
- Presentations by INL leaders
Day 2 – Engagement and Opportunities
November 12, 2026
- Exhibitor hall and networking opportunities
Participation options will include:
- Tours
- Leadership and technicals presentations
- Industry engagement booths
- Nov. 11: Morning drive-by tour of desert facilities
- Nov. 11: Afternoon leadership presentations
- Nov. 12: Industry engagement booths
Industry engagement booths:
The industry engagement booths allow INL programs and other industry partners to highlight their work and get valuable face time with vendors from across the country to explore potential fits.
Booth Participants may include organizations supporting:
Why Attend
INL Industry Days provides an opportunity to better understand laboratory priorities and identify areas for collaboration.
Participants will gain:
- Insight into future mission needs and acquisition planning
- Access to INL subject matter experts and decision-makers
- Increased awareness of partnership mechanisms and requirements
- Opportunities to align capabilities with national priorities
- Valuable face time with INL researchers, Acquisition team members and other laboratory representatives
Hotel & Travel
Idaho Falls is a regional hub for eastern Idaho, offering convenient access to many lodging options. Attendees can travel through our regional airport, based in Idaho Falls. The closest major international airport is in Salt Lake City, approximately three to four hours from Idaho Falls.
The area provides a range of hotel accommodations suitable for a variety of travel needs and budgets.