A--BAA DE-NA0004283 - Questions and Gov't Responses

SOL #: 89233126RNA000324Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Energy
Energy, Department Of
NNSA NON-MO CNTRCTNG OPS DIV
ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87185, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical (541715)

PSC

National Defense R&D Services; Atomic Energy Defense Activities; Basic Research (AC21)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Mar 25, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 23, 2026
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Action Date
May 1, 2026, 4:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of Energy (DOE), specifically the NNSA NON-MO CNTRCTNG OPS DIV, has issued a Special Notice (RFI) soliciting White Papers for a Containerized Metal Production Concept. This RFI aims to gather information on innovative approaches for metal production. Responses are due May 1, 2026.

Scope of Work

This Request for Information (RFI) seeks white papers detailing concepts for Containerized Metal Production (CMP). The notice also includes Government Responses to Industry Questions related to the CMP concept, posted on April 23, 2026.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
  • Set-Aside: None
  • Response Due: May 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM Z
  • Published: April 23, 2026
  • Product/Service Code: AC21 - National Defense R&D Services; Atomic Energy Defense Activities; Basic Research

Evaluation

This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only. Responses will inform future acquisition strategies and do not guarantee a solicitation or award.

Additional Notes

Interested parties should review the attached Request for Information (RFI) document and the RFI Questions Submission Spreadsheet, as well as the "CMP Industry Questions and Government Responses" document dated April 23, 2026.

Contact Information

For inquiries, contact Maria Fe Zapanta Parker at maria.parker@nnsa.doe.gov or 505-845-5547.

People

Points of Contact

Zapanta Parker, Maria FePRIMARY

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