Evaluation and process development for the hicks dome REE-NB-f deposit, illinois
Active Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- SP470125C0052
- Awardee
-
University Of Illinois UEI Y8CWNJRCNN91
- Awarding agency
-
Troop Support
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,629,451
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,629,451.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 97% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 1 offer Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
- Place of performance
- Urbana, IL 61801, USA
- Legislative mandates
-
- Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify) FAR subpart 22.18
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $1,629,451 |
About this award
The University of Illinois, doing business as The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois, was awarded a $1.63 million firm fixed-price definitive contract by the Department of Defense (Troop Support) on April 22, 2025, to conduct evaluation and process development for the Hicks Dome Rare Earth Elements deposit located in Illinois. The work will be performed in Urbana, Illinois, with an ultimate completion date of October 31, 2026. The contract was not set aside for any specific business type, indicating open competition. A modification (MOD P00001) was issued to update the invoicing schedule, reflecting adjustments to the contract administration procedures.
This award leverages the University of Illinois' established expertise as a leading public research institution with extensive federal contracting experience across scientific and technological domains. The university has a demonstrated track record with the Department of Defense and other federal agencies including DARPA, NASA, and the Department of Energy on advanced research initiatives. The Hicks Dome project aligns with the department's interest in securing critical mineral resources and developing domestic supply chains for rare earth elements, which are essential for defense applications, manufacturing, and technological advancement. The university's capacity to manage complex research initiatives and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams positions it well to deliver the technical evaluation and process development work required for this strategic mineral deposit.
Subawards
| Subcontractor | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| The Process Group, LLC | $450,000 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract SP470125C0052?
SP470125C0052 was awarded to University Of Illinois by Troop Support (Defense Logistics Agency) on April 22, 2025.
How much is contract SP470125C0052 worth?
The government has obligated $1,629,451 on SP470125C0052.
Was contract SP470125C0052 competed?
The extent of competition for SP470125C0052 was full and open competition. The government received 1 offer.
On GovTribe
See this award's full record
- Every transaction and funding action
- The awardee's other awards and teaming partners
- Similar awards and recompete opportunities
- Ask GovTribe AI about this award