Action
Notice of Request for Letters of Application.
Summary
The Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) is initiating a new program with interstate pipeline operators to evaluate an approach to improve the effectiveness of the inspection process. The System Integrity Inspection Pilot Program is designed to enhance the inspection practices currently in use by focusing on a broad set of pipeline integrity issues instead of conducting inspections only from a regulatory compliance perspective. OPS invites eligible pipeline operators to submit Letters of Application expressing interest in participating in the Pilot Program. This notice begins the solicitation process by specifying a deadline and address for Letters of Application and by providing guidance for operators interested in participating.