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What would be the best case scenario for a time frame for turn-around of DOE review of projects/programs needing NEPA review?

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What would be the best case scenario for a time frame for turn-around of DOE review of projects/programs needing NEPA review?

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The time it takes to perform the requisite NEPA review depends on the level of review required and the complexity or novelty of the proposed action. Projects that qualify for a Categorical Exclusion can theoretically be completed by the NEPA Compliance Officer (NCO) prior to award in as little as an hour or as much as a few days. Projects requiring an Environmental Assessment (EA) typically take three to six months and can take longer. Projects requiring an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) typically take 12 to 15 months but can extend out for years depending on the proposal.