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Niobium Alloy Nb521 Powder Supply (Proprietary R&D Process)

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Submission Closed05/26/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 331111

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DLA Maritime - Puget Sound

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9 months ago

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AI Contract Overview

The contract involves the supply of 44 pounds of Niobium Alloy Nb521 powder with a particle size range between +15µm and -63µm. This powder is produced through a proprietary, U.S.-based research and development scale process that ensures the metallurgical properties are consistent with previously characterized NASA sheet materials, indicating a focus on material quality and compatibility for aerospace applications. The contract is a subcontract issued by the NASA Shared Services Center, specifically under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, targeting high precision and consistency in the supplied material. The solicitation was posted on May 20, 2026, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026. The procurement falls under NAICS code 331111, which relates to iron and steel mills and ferroalloy manufacturing, emphasizing the specialized nature of the alloy powder production. There are no specified geographic or organizational set-asides, and while specific contact or location details are not provided, the contract is centrally managed through NASA’s channels, reflecting the agency’s rigorous standards and precise requirements for materials supporting their advanced aerospace projects.

General Info

Supply of 44 pounds Niobium Alloy Nb521 powder for NASA aerospace, ensuring high precision and quality.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

NAICS

331111 - Iron and Steel Mills

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 80NSSC26933379Q.

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PhaseClosed

PostedMay 20

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Response DeadlineMay 26

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Submission Closed

05/26/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

ContactsNo contacts available

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

Office AddressN/A

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

Supply of 44.00 lbs of Niobium Alloy Nb521 powder with particle size +15µm to -63µm, produced via proprietary U.S.-based R&D-scale process ensuring metallurgical consistency with prior NASA-characterized sheet materials.