NASA Goddard Scrap Term Contract
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 General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, has issued a sealed bid Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a term contract to purchase and remove DEMIL A scrap mixed metals. This opportunity requires a mandatory pre-bid inspection for bid responsiveness. Award will be made to the highest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids are due by March 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for:
- Furnishing, staging, maintaining, and removing containers for scrap mixed metals.
- Removing scrap material according to site scheduling and operational requirements.
- Transporting and processing material in compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Providing certified weight tickets and documentation for billing and payment.
- Coordinating with NASA personnel to ensure safe, secure, and compliant operations.
- Meeting all safety, environmental, transportation, and site access requirements.
This is a performance-based contract where the Government does not direct contractor methods or equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sealed Bid Invitation for Bids (IFB)
- Duration: Three-year base period with two option years.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Bids Due: March 23, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC.
- Published: March 3, 2026.
- Place of Performance: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the highest responsive and responsible bidder. The Government will not evaluate technical approaches or operational methods. Responsiveness and responsibility are determined by compliance with IFB requirements, including:
- Mandatory pre-bid inspection attendance.
- Required certifications.
- Submission of all required documents.
Mandatory Pre-Bid Inspection
Attendance at a pre-bid inspection is mandatory for bid responsiveness. Inspections are by appointment only and must be coordinated with the Site Point of Contact, AL DIMAGGIO (alfred.f.dimaggio@nasa.gov, 301-286-7908). Bidders must provide 48 hours advance notice. Inspections will be conducted at NASA’s Central Receiving facility (Building 35) in Greenbelt, MD.
Key Documents
- Invitation for Bids (IFB): The primary and controlling document.
- Appendix A – Site Verification and Bidder Certification: Must be completed and submitted with the bid.
- Appendix B – Bid Sheet and Standard Form 114: Required for pricing submission.
Primary Contact
Adam Ebner (adam.ebner@gsa.gov, 813-894-9047) is the primary contact for this solicitation.