Indium Metal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting proposals for 4N (99.99%) purity Indium Metal Ingots and associated third-party testing services. This acquisition aims to establish multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, each with a three-year ordering period, to support the National Defense Stockpile. The total maximum value for these IDIQs is $125,000,000, with a guaranteed minimum of $10,000,000 equally divided among awardees. Proposals are due by January 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 4N (99.99%) purity indium metal ingots, consistent with ASTM B1002-16 specifications, in ingot form (max 5 kg per ingot). The contractor will also provide third-party material testing services. Material must be non-radioactive, meet specific impurity limits, and be packaged for long-term storage. Delivery is to the DLA Strategic Materials Scotia Depot, NY. Estimated total quantity is 402,825 KG over three years.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Multiple-award IDIQ with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) delivery orders and Economic Price Adjustments (EPA) for the base IDIQ.
- Duration: One three-year ordering period per IDIQ.
- Value: Guaranteed Minimum: $10,000,000 (equally divided); Combined Maximum: $125,000,000.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED. While initially solicited under "Other than Full and Open Competition" to AIM Products LLC and Indium Corporation of America (per FAR 6.302-3(a)(2)(i) and J&A), the DLA anticipates awarding multiple IDIQ contracts, with one or more potentially reserved for small business concerns (IAW FAR 19.503 reserves).
- Solicitation Number: SP8000-26-R-0011
- Questions Due: January 22, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. EDT.
- Proposals Due: January 29, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. EDT.
- Published Date: January 15, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on the lowest evaluated prices from responsible offerors who submit technically conforming proposals. Evaluation factors include:
- Factor 1: Technical Approach (including sample SDS, COA, standards, delivery schedule)
- Factor 2: Recent and Relevant Past Performance
- Factor 3: Price
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered and maintain an ACTIVE status in SAM.gov (NAICS 331492, size standard 850 employees). Proposals must include a cover letter, SAM certifications, technical approach, past performance, and a detailed price proposal. All questions and proposals must be submitted via email to Zoryanna Siemer (Zoryanna.Siemer@dla.mil) and Rachel Leak (Rachel.Leak@dla.mil).