Request for information - rhenium metal
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SP8000-26-R-RHEN
- Agency
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Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- PSC
- Not on record
- Place of performance
- Columbus, Ohio 43213, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials Directorate is conducting a Request for Information to gather vendor capabilities for the potential acquisition of 40 metric tons of rhenium metal intended for addition to the National Defense Stockpile. The agency seeks comprehensive information from interested vendors regarding their production capabilities, material specifications, supply chain management, delivery capacity, storage conditions, and market insights through a detailed 20-page capability statement. Vendors must address specific questions across six categories including general data, material information, supply information, delivery information, storage information, and market information. The evaluation will focus on vendors' ability to meet government requirements for rhenium production, testing methods, and service across various market sectors. All responses must be submitted via email to contract specialist Allison Douglewicz at allison.douglewicz@dla.mil with "RFI - Rhenium" in the subject line by September 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST.
This procurement opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation materials. The contract does not specify award values or budget ranges, as this is an information-gathering exercise that may inform future procurement decisions. The acquisition involves a substantial quantity of 40 metric tons of rhenium metal, with potential delivery locations including Hammond Depot in Indiana, Hawthorne Depot in Nevada, and Scotia Depot in New York. The solicitation operates under NAICS code 331410 and PSC 9630, with material designation N30001383 and unit of issue in metric tons. The agency emphasizes that responses are voluntary and do not guarantee future contract awards.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials Directorate is seeking information for the potential acquisition of 40 metric tons of Rhenium metal for addition into the National Defense Stockpile.
NAICS 331410 / PSC 9630 / Material N30001383 / Unit of Issue MT
Interested vendors should submit their response as well as any questions through email to the contract specialist, Allison Douglewicz at allison.douglewicz@dla.mil with “RFI – Rhenium” in the subject line. Responses must be received by September 11, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST. It is the vendor’s responsibility to ensure the email was received and is viewable. Verbal questions/responses will not be accepted.
Update #1 ·
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials Directorate is seeking information for the potential acquisition of 40 metric tons of Rhenium metal for addition into the National Defense Stockpile.
Interested vendors should submit their response as well as any questions through email to the contract specialist, Allison Douglewicz at allison.douglewicz@dla.mil with “RFI – Rhenium” in the subject line. Responses must be received by September 11, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST. It is the vendor’s responsibility to ensure the email was received and is viewable. Verbal questions/responses will not be accepted.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFI_Rhenium.pdf |
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