Chromium - DLA SP8000

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Materials Directorate issued this Sources Sought notice, identified by solicitation number RFI-Chromium, to conduct market research for the potential acquisition of chromium metal. The agency is seeking information regarding the availability of approximately 4,500 short tons, or 9,000,000 pounds, of chromium metal with a purity of 99.9% or higher for addition to the National Defense Stockpile. This request for information is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a request for quote or a commitment by the government to form a binding contract.

The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 331410 for Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum) Smelting and Refining and PSC code 9650 for NONFERROUS BASE METAL REFINERY AND INTERMEDIATE FORMS. Primary performance is located in Columbus, Ohio, under the management of point of contact Felicia London. Responses to this notice are due by March 19, 2026. One attachment titled RFI Chromium.pdf was included with the initial publication on March 4, 2026.

The government will use the submitted information to determine how to proceed with the requirement, focusing on potential capability to meet specifications and any associated development or certification risks. All costs associated with responding to this request are the responsibility of the responding party, and all submissions become government property. DLA Strategic Materials representatives may contact respondents for further clarification but do not anticipate providing feedback regarding individual submissions.