One-day subcontractor (Urgent short-term worker)

 A one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker is an individual who accesses Fermilab facilities and resources and works for one day or less via a procurement-managed subcontract with FRA or a DOE-approved agreement (e.g., performing small electrical or plumbing repairs, computer server replacements, etc.). Follow the process below to obtain access as a one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker.

 One-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker access process

  1. The Fermilab point of contact for the one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker must fill out the urgent short-term worker request form. See our instructions document for step-by-step instruction on how to fil lout the urgent short-term worker access request form.
  2. Once submitted, the access request will be routed to the Security team for approval.
  3. Once approved, the one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker will receive an email with the informal invitation letter and QR code to enter the site.
  4. At the security gate, the one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker must present 1) REAL ID document or alternative forms of identification (applicable to those accessing the site for business purposes) and 2) QR code to be allowed onsite.

Important notes about one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker access

  • The one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker must be escorted at all times by a Fermilab badged individual while performing work.
  • If you need access for more than one day, please go through our badging process for subcontractors.
  • Please email Security with any questions regarding one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker
  • Plese note that same-day requests will not be accepted unless deemed an emergency by the Security Chief.
  • Multiple entries of the one-day subcontractor/urgent short-term worker access form is not permitted. No “chaining” requests are permitted.