REQUEST FOR INFORMATION No. DACA45-5-26-00248.pdf

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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION No. DACA45-5-26-00248

ENHANCED USE LEASE (“EUL”) OPPORTUNITIES

POTENTIAL MINERAL PROCESSING LEASING

OPPORTUNITIES

DATE OF ISSUANCE: December 19, 2025

To be considered, responses conforming to the requirements of this RFI must be received no later than 5:00 P.M. (EST), January 12, 2026.

Questions regarding this RFI may not be considered after 5:00 P.M. (EST), January 6, 2026.

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Table of Contents

1. Executive summary

1.1. Purpose

1.2. Potential sites

1.3. Development impacts

2. Response submission

2.1. RFI responses

2.2. Content

2.2.1. Point of contact

2.2.2. Experience

2.2.3. Request for Information

2.3. Format

3. Special conditions and limitations

3.1. This is a Request for Information only

3.2. Discussions

3.3. Waiver

3.4. Non-FAR acquisition

3.5. Responses considered public documents

4. Limitations

5. Point of contact

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1. Executive summary

1.1. Purpose

This Request for Information (RFI) is the first phase of a leasing process to leverage non-excess Department of the Army (DA) land to accelerate economic development in the United States and to enhance mission readiness in connection with presidential directives and policy directing agencies to leverage federal assets to support the use of land for mineral processing facilities.

This RFI solicits input from industry to inform development of a Request for Proposals (RFP) that will attract strong responses from potential developers. The goal is to identify ideal candidate parcels for parties seeking to enter into long-term leases for mineral processing facilities at DA installations under Title 10, United States Code U.S.C. § 2667.

In return for the use of the land, DA is required by law to receive consideration in an amount that is not less than the fair market value of the lease interest (Title 10, U.S.C.

§ 2667 (b)(4)).

Specifically, this RFI seeks to better inform DA on:

• Feasibility of industry to develop and operate a mineral processing facility on DA land.

• Industry perspectives on the sites or characteristics of suitable sites for mineral processing facility use.

• Industry preference in solicitation and lease options.

1.2. Potential sites

The DA anticipates making multiple parcels of land available for lease at locations within the Continental United States.

The DA is analyzing potential sites to support this initiative in parallel to conducting this RFI. Potential sites on DA installations may range from a few acres to several hundred acres.

Respondents are asked to provide input on site selection criteria to help the DA identify and select sites that will be attractive for the development of mineral processing facilities (see Section 2.2.3, below).

The respondent information should demonstrate thoughtful considerations for source material or equipment needs, transportation, and water and utility infrastructure requirements.

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Respondents are asked to address any special requirements for demonstrating control and oversight of pollution prevention using maximum achievable or best available control technology (MACT or BACT), and responsible byproduct and waste management practices, meeting compliance requirements, and obtaining and maintaining necessary environmental permits for long term operation.

1.3. Development impacts

The Army is interested in understanding what types of mineral processing facilities could be attractive for development and understanding impacts to the installation and local community.

2. Response submission

2.1. RFI responses

Submit RFI responses via email to sarah.e.alexander@usace.army.mil with subject line:

ARMY EUL MINERAL PROCESSING RFI Response No later than: 5 P.M. (EST) on January 12, 2025

2.2. Content

Responses to this RFI should address the following:

2.2.1. Point of contact

Identify a person who is the single point of contact (“POC”) responsible for all communications with respect to this RFI.

2.2.2. Experience

Provide a description of the lead or sponsoring organization (e.g., core activities, organizational mission, date of legal establishment, number of full-time employees, region(s) served, etc.).

Describe your organization’s experience related to the development and operation of projects applicable to the requested concepts.

2.2.3. Request for Information

2.2.3.1. What minerals would be most likely candidates for processing.

2.2.3.2. Desired locations or Army installations, please list all potential sites of interest with any associated caveats or constraints or applicable site prioritization.

2.2.3.3. Developer experience and deal structure:

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• Suggest appropriate metrics for experience in planning, financing, and constructing similar concepts to those contemplated under this RFI.

• What is the typical deal structure? Would developers build and continue to maintain the lease, or enter a sublease, or assign the lease to the mineral processing operator?

• What are typical financing structures for development? What rights would a financier seek regarding the leasehold interest? Please comment on any other typically required lender and/or investor terms.

• What is the minimum acceptable initial lease term, barring any extensions or renewals.

• What is the optimal lease term, including any extensions or renewals?

Explain the basis for such term.

• What risks can the government mitigate to make a site attractive for development or areas where the government could provide support? Please identify any barriers to success.

• Describe ideal timelines, objectives and milestones for a project.

• Is a 30-day period reasonable to prepare proposals after release of a

Request For Proposals (RFP)?

• Would industry days on site be beneficial to inform an RFP response?

2.2.3.4. Site characteristics:

• Identify site selection criteria that will be attractive for the development of mineral processing facilities, such as:

• Optimal site conditions (e.g., size, slope, access, environmental limitations)

• Optimum size considerations, in acreage and proportions (i.e., 1:1, 3:2, 1:4, etc.).

• Soil characteristics for evaporation or retention ponds

• Power requirements

• Water / wastewater requirements

• Waste stream treatment requirements

• Natural gas and thermal requirements

• Facility characteristics (e.g., ceiling height, loading dock, ventilation etc.)

• Height of any on-site equipment or structures

• Transportation access (e.g., proximity to rail or highway)

• Transportation frequency: Will vehicles need access daily?

• Access control or perimeter requirements

• Desired location on the installation

• Is there desire for future expansion and if so, would the sites need to be collated?

• What other site criteria are important not covered here?

2.2.3.5. Project feasibility and impact:

• Have you identified a reportable reserve or resource, as defined by

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• List any Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States

(CFIUS) security considerations.

• Are there any notable health concerns or constraints that would impact siting? For instance: Should the site be located near populations? Should the site be located near surface or ground water resources?

• Are there any beneficial colocations? E.g. in:

o Product: Waste streams that can become inputs to a process.

o Infrastructure: Waste heat may be able to be connected to district heat systems.

• Are there any local workforce considerations that are necessary for project success? E.g.,: proximity to universities or trained workforces.

• Will facility connect to local community utility systems and how it will impact installation utility systems?

• Any specific physical or cyber security requirements, impacts, or threats aligned to the technology/mineral.

• To what extent is the ability of the developer to manage their own access control (separate from installation access control points) important during construction and/or operation? Would the lack of this ability dissuade a proposal?

• Anticipated quantity and type of traffic in and out of the site.

• Describe anticipated environmental outputs: air quality, water quality, solid waste, hazardous waste, noise, vibrations, etc.

• What environmental permits do you anticipate requiring? (e.g. clean air act, clean water act, etc.)

• Will you need to store or dispose of hazardous materials or hazardous waste?

• For the purposes of this RFI the definition of “hazardous or toxic materials shall include materials referred to in 10 U.S.C. § 2692(a)(2) which includes materials referred to in section 101(14) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. § 9601(14)) and materials designated under section 102 of that Act (42 U.S.C. § 9602) and shall include materials that are of an explosive, flammable, or pyrotechnic nature.

• Describe other likely hazards from activities at the site including, but not limited to:

o Radiologic o Chemical o Explosive Safety Risk o Fire Risk

• Describe environmental hazards which proposed activities may be particularly sensitive to. (e.g., flooding, fire, extreme weather events)

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2.3. Submission

Responses must be received by no later than 5:00 P.M. (EST), January 12, 2026 and must be uploaded to https://app.smartsheetgov.com/b/form/88185371837c4c4083e84e638601fa45

3. Special conditions and limitations

3.1. This is a Request for Information only

This RFI is a market research tool issued to determine the availability and adequacy of potential opportunities for the DA’s information and planning purposes. This is not a Request for Proposal (“RFP”), or a promise to issue another solicitation type in the future.

This RFI does not obligate the Government to offer the property or purchase services from any responder and the DA reserves the right to cancel this RFI at any time. The DA is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. By participating in the RFI process, all responders agree to hold the United States of America, its officers, employees, and advisors harmless from all claims, liabilities, and costs related to all aspects of this RFI. Under no circumstances shall the United States of America be liable for any costs, real estate brokerage commissions, finder’s fees, or other forms of compensation related in any way to activities undertaken by any person as a result of or in response to the RFI; all costs incurred in responding to this RFI will be solely and exclusively at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if one is issued.

3.2. Discussions

The DA may seek clarifications with any or all responders on an individual or group basis. Submission of a response does not guarantee the opportunity to participate in discussions.

3.3. Waiver

The DA reserves the right to waive informalities and irregularities in responses received if it is determined that it is in the best interest of the Government to do so.

3.4. Non-FAR acquisition

Leasing actions involving real property are not governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”).

3.5. Responses considered public documents

Responses will not be made public by the DA except in accordance with law. However, responses may be disclosed by the DA to any person, upon request, to the extent required or authorized by the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552). Information submitted may be afforded protection from public disclosure if the respondent identifies the same as “proprietary” with supporting justification and requests such protection at the time of submission. Each page that is considered proprietary must be clearly marked as such.

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4. Limitations The information and assumptions included in this RFI, including all exhibits and supporting documents, are based on best available information. However, the DA makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of such information and assumptions. Respondents should verify all information provided by the DA.

5. Point of contact All questions, clarifications, and general information regarding this RFI must be submitted to the DA via email at sarah.e.alexander@usace.army.mil before 5 P.M. (EST) on January 6, 2026.

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