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U.S. Department Of Defense·Virginia

Rare Earth Separation and Purifications

Closes 2/11/2026$1M – $10MRequest for Information
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Description

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials Directorate is seeking information for the potential acquisition of services for the separation and purification of approximately 12,600 kg of a government-furnished mixture of rare earth oxides (REOs) into individual REOs. The mixture is in powder form and has a specific composition. The agency is looking for companies with experience and capabilities in rare earth separation and purification to provide information on their processes, capabilities, and market information. • The scope of work includes the separation and purification of REOs into individual oxides. • The potential delivery locations are Hammond Depot, Hawthorne Depot, and Scotia Depot. • The agency is seeking information on the company's process, capacity, and flexibility. • The agency is also seeking information on the company's market information, including the nature of the REO separation and purification industry, demand, and competitive pricing.

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Contact

Wanda Willis(Contract Specialist)

[email protected]

(571) 767-1191

Key dates

Opened
1/21/2026
Questions due
2/11/2026
Closes
2/11/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Information
Industry
Energy and Utilities
NAICS
212290
Solicitation №
SP8000-26-RESP

Budget estimate

$1,000,000 – $10,000,000

The budget for this opportunity is difficult to estimate, as the document does not provide a specific amount. However, based on the scope of work and the fact that the government is seeking information for the potential acquisition of services, it is likely that the budget will be in the millions of dollars. The estimated budget range could be between $1 million and $10 million, depending on the complexity of the project and the number of companies that respond to the RFI. The factors that may influence the likely payment range include the cost of the rare earth oxides, the cost of the separation and purification process, and the profit margin of the company.

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