Mozambique: Monte Muambe Rare Earths Mining Pre-Feasibility Study
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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 U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is funding a feasibility study for the Monte Muambe Rare Earths Mining Project in Mozambique. This Special Notice invites interested U.S. firms to bid on the study, identified as USTDA Activity No. 2026-11004A. The study aims to support the development of this critical rare earths mining initiative.
Scope of Work
The scope involves conducting a comprehensive feasibility study for the Monte Muambe Rare Earths Mining Project. This will likely include technical, economic, environmental, and social assessments to determine the viability and optimal development strategy for the mining operation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Feasibility Study (funded by USTDA)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM Z
- Published: March 25, 2026
How to Respond
Interested U.S. firms can access the full Request for Proposal (RFP) and submission instructions by visiting the USTDA’s website at: https://ustda.gov/work/bid-on-an-overseas-project/.