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Demonstration and Validation of an Installation-Relevant Prototype System for Niobium and Tantalum Recovery

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W912HQ27CA016Federal

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Orefine, LLC was awarded a firm fixed price contract on October 19, 2026, under the ESTCP BAA W912HQ25S0005. The project, titled Demonstration and Validation of an Installation-Relevant Prototype System for Niobium and Tantalum Recovery, focuses on the development and testing of a prototype system for recovering these specific materials. The contract was issued by the Department of Defense through the W4LD USA Hecsa agency based in Alexandria, Virginia, with the place of performance located in Texas. This effort is categorized under NAICS code 541715, and primary administrative contact is managed by Danielle Richard.

General Info

Orefine LLC will develop a niobium and tantalum recovery prototype for the DoD.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W4LD USA Hecsa

Contract Value

$1,930,506

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

0, TX, 78738, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

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Award Issued Date

10/19/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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PhaseAwarded

PostedOct 19

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AwardedOct 19

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W4LD USA Hecsa

Contacts2 people available

OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3860, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W4LD USA Hecsa

Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22315-3860, USA

Contacts

Danielle Richard

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Shannon Benson

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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A firm fixed price award was issued to Orefine, LLC on 19 October 2026 against ESTCP BAA W912HQ25S0005 for their proposal entitled - Demonstration and Validation of an Installation-Relevant Prototype System for Niobium and Tantalum Recovery.

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