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Critical Minerals Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME)

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Submission Closed09/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Critical Minerals Technical Subject Matter Expert subcontract supports the United States Trade And Development Agency by providing technical analyses of critical minerals sectors for prime contractors. The role involves evaluating metallurgical viability and mineral processing techniques through detailed reports and presentations, as well as conducting technical assessments to determine if project opportunities are fit-for-purpose for Business Confidential Analysis reports. Qualified candidates must possess between 7 and 10 years of professional experience in mining, metallurgy, and mineral processing. This position, categorized under NAICS code 541330, is based in Arlington, Virginia, and requires the delivery of comprehensive technical sector reports and viability assessments.

General Info

SME subcontract providing critical minerals technical analysis and viability assessments for USTDA projects.

Agency

United States Trade And Development Agency → US Trade And Development Agency

NAICS

541330 - Engineering Services

Place of Performance

Arlington, VA, 22209, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 1131PL26R0057.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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GLOBAL CRITICAL MINERALS PROJECT SCOPING SERVICES

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PhaseClosed

PostedAug 25

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Response DeadlineSep 8

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Submission Closed

09/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Full Description

Performs technical analyses of critical minerals sectors for prime contractors on USTDA projects. Evaluates mineral processing techniques and metallurgical viability through deep-dive reports and presentations. Performs technical assessments to determine if project opportunities are fit-for-purpose and provides recommendations for Business Confidential Analysis reports. Requires 7 to 10 years of experience in metallurgy, mining, and mineral processing. Delivers technical sector reports and viability assessments.