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Technical Due Diligence & Sector Expertise (Critical Minerals)

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Response Deadline11/01/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract with the Department of Defense Washington Headquarters Services focuses on providing technical due diligence and sector expertise for critical minerals within Office of Strategic Capital national security projects. The contractor is responsible for evaluating the technical viability of mining and processing operations, assessing supply chain robustness, and conducting site visits to verify the national security value of specific assets. The role requires specialized expertise in geology, metallurgy, or supply chain logistics to produce detailed technical due diligence reports and risk assessment memoranda. This opportunity was posted on August 19, 2026, with a response deadline of November 1, 2026, falling under NAICS code 541620.

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DoD subcontract for technical due diligence and sector expertise regarding critical minerals projects.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services (whs)

NAICS

541620 - Environmental Consulting Services

Place of Performance

79870, DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of WHSAD0819.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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National Security Fund Finance (“NSFF”) Program

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PostedAug 19

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Response DeadlineNov 1

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services (whs)

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services (whs)

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Performs technical assessments and due diligence for fund managers on Office of Strategic Capital (OSC) national security projects. Evaluates technical viability of mining and processing operations, assesses supply chain robustness, and conducts site visits to verify national security value of assets. Requires expertise in geology, metallurgy, or supply chain logistics. Delivers technical due diligence reports and risk assessment memoranda.

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