INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB) DEMIL A MIXED METALS SCRAP TERM CONTRACT NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC)
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap Term Contract at NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Merritt Island, FL. This opportunity involves the sale and recurring removal of government-generated mixed metals scrap. Bids are due by April 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time.
Scope of Work
This term contract requires the successful bidder to purchase and remove DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap, including steel, aluminum, copper/brass, and other ferrous/non-ferrous materials, on an as-needed basis. The material is sold solely for recycling as material content, with resale or reuse as usable property strictly prohibited. The contractor must provide containers, perform removals as requested by the Government, and coordinate all activities through the Agency Government Representative (AGR). Estimated annual scrap generation is 1,730,112 lbs (865 tons).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bids (IFB) / Term Contract for Sale of Scrap Property
- Duration: 3-year base period, with up to two 1-year option periods, and a potential 6-month extension.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Bid Submission Deadline: April 30, 2026, 5:00 PM Central Time
- Bid Opening: May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM Central Time
- Published: April 1, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
Bidders must complete a MANDATORY Pre-Bid Site Inspection and submit Appendices A, B, and C. Pricing will be based on a percentage of a published market index (Fastmarkets index for steel shredder feed, FOB Southeast), applied to verified weight tickets. A performance bond of $6,000 is required within ten business days of award. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the Government, determined solely on the basis of price. Eligibility and responsibility are assessed prior to price consideration.
Additional Notes
The full solicitation package, including the IFB, Surveillance Plan, and Appendices, is available on GSA Auctions (link: https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/358813). Bidders are responsible for reviewing all documents. All questions must be submitted in writing to the Sales Contracting Officer, Adam Ebner (adam.ebner@gsa.gov).