Ores, Minerals And Primary Products

Code 96
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PSC Category 96 - Ores, Minerals, and Primary Products encompasses a broad range of raw materials, mineral compounds, and primary manufactured goods derived from geological sources. These materials are critical for various industrial, manufacturing, defense, and research applications. The category includes metals, alloys, chemical compounds, powders, and other elemental or processed materials used across multiple sectors including construction, energy, aerospace, and military infrastructure.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant investment in specialized materials for advanced technological and infrastructure applications. The awards predominantly involve defense and research agencies such as the Department of Energy, Department of the Army, NASA, and Naval research facilities. Typical contract values range from tens of thousands to several hundred thousand dollars, with durations spanning one to five years. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, particularly in manufacturing and materials science sectors. Common places of performance include research centers, manufacturing facilities, and military installations in states like New York, Ohio, California, and Illinois.

Recent federal contract opportunities for PSC Category 96 reveal a diverse range of material requirements, including road salt, metal alloy powders, high-temperature heat exchangers, steel tubes, and specialized graphite and refractory metal components. Soliciting agencies include the Department of the Army, NASA, Department of Energy, Naval Sea Systems Command, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. The opportunities span various applications such as winter road maintenance, additive manufacturing, infrastructure repair, scientific research, and military equipment development. Typical delivery locations include research centers, military bases, and manufacturing facilities across the United States, with many opportunities emphasizing domestic production and small business participation.

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