SAM #2-1-QSC-T-26-048

Recurring Removal and Recycling of Mixed Metals Scrap at NASA Kennedy Space Center

This opportunity involves the recurring removal and recycling of DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap at NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC): - Government Buyer: - U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service, Multiple Award Schedule Contracting Division - In partnership with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Products/Services Requested: - DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap, including steel, aluminum, copper/brass, and other ferrous and non-ferrous materials - Estimated annual quantity: 1,730,112 lbs. (865 tons) - All material must be recycled; resale or reuse is strictly prohibited - Recurring removal and recycling service, including provision of containers and coordination with NASA representatives - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Pricing based on a percentage of a published market index - Mandatory pre-bid site inspection - Submission of Appendices A, B, and C - Strict site access and security procedures - $6,000 performance bond required - Compliant weight tickets for all removals - Period of Performance: - Three-year base period, with up to two one-year option periods and a possible six-month extension - Place of Performance: - NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC), including the Reutilization, Recycling, and Marketing Facility (RRMF) and other controlled areas, Merritt Island, FL - OEMs/Vendors Mentioned: - GSA (buyer/contracting agency) - NASA (facility/partner agency)

Description

INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB)

DEMIL A MIXED METALS SCRAP TERM CONTRACT

NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Solicitation Number: 2-1-QSC-T-26-048

OVERVIEW

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is offering for sale Government-generated DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap located at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Kennedy Space Center, including the Reutilization, Recycling, and Marketing Facility (RRMF) and other controlled areas.

This Invitation for Bids (IFB) establishes a term contract for the sale of scrap property, with removal required as a condition of sale. The successful bidder shall remove scrap material on a recurring, as-needed basis in coordination with the Agency Government Representative (AGR).

All material is sold for recycling as material content only.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

Submission Method: Email Bid Submission Deadline: 30 April 2026 – 5:00 PM Central Time Bid Opening: 5 May 2026 – 9:00 AM Central Time

(All times are Central Time in accordance with the IFB.)

KEY REQUIREMENTS (READ CAREFULLY)

• MANDATORY Pre-Bid Site Inspection Required (See IFB Section 3.3) • Submission must include Appendices A, B, and C • Pricing is based on a percentage of a published market index • Weight tickets must comply with IFB requirements (contractor-owned scales are not permitted) • All amendments must be acknowledged

Failure to meet these requirements may result in the bid being deemed non-responsive.

IMPORTANT NOTICE — READ ALL DOCUMENTS

This summary is provided for informational purposes only.

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Surveillance Plan, and all Appendices located in the Documents section on the GSA Auctions website are the controlling solicitation documents.

Bidders are responsible for reviewing all documents in their entirety. Failure to comply with all requirements may result in rejection of the bid.

SITE ACCESS / SECURITY

Kennedy Space Center is a controlled Federal installation.

Inspection attendance must be coordinated in advance through the Agency Government Representative (AGR). Visitors may be required to provide information in advance and may be subject to temporary badging and escort requirements.

Bidders are responsible for allowing sufficient time for access coordination and approval prior to inspection.

See the Site Access and Inspection Procedures document located in the Documents section on the GSA Auctions website for full requirements.

AWARD BASIS

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the Government, with advantage determined solely on the basis of price.

Eligibility and responsibility determinations are made prior to consideration of price and are not subject to comparative evaluation.

CONTRACT STRUCTURE

This is a term contract for the sale of scrap property with recurring removal requirements.

The period of performance consists of:

Three (3) year base period Up to two (2) one-year option periods Potential six (6) month extension at Government discretion

COMMODITY INFORMATION

Commodity: DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap

The scrap stream may include, but is not limited to:

Steel Aluminum Copper / Brass Other ferrous and non-ferrous materials

Estimated Scrap Generation (not guaranteed):

Annual: 1,730,112 lbs. (865 tons) Monthly: 144,176 lbs. (72 tons) Weekly: 33,300 lbs. (16–17 tons)

RECYCLING RESTRICTION

The scrap material is sold solely for recycling as material content.

Resale or reuse of the property as usable property, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited and constitutes a material breach of the contract.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall:

Provide containers Perform removal as requested by the Government Deliver and remove containers within required response timeframes Coordinate all activity through the AGR

Removal occurs on an as-needed basis based on Government operational requirements.

BILLING AND PAYMENT

Billing is based on:

Published Fastmarkets index (steel shredder feed, FOB Southeast) Bid percentage applied to market price Verified weight tickets

Only compliant weight tickets are accepted for billing.

Payment is due within two (2) business days of system-generated notice.

PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE

A performance bond of $6,000.00 is required within ten (10) business days of award notification and must be in place prior to performance.

BIDDING PLATFORM NOTE

On the Bidding Details tab, the Start Time and Closing Time may appear as the same time. For Term Contracts, this is standard display functionality in GSA Auctions.

Bids must be received in the designated mailbox no later than the deadline specified in the IFB.

GSA AUCTIONS ACCESS AND SOLICITATION LOCATION The full solicitation package for this requirement is available on GSA Auctions at the following link: https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/358813

Bidders must navigate to the “Preview Auction(s)” tab on GSA Auctions to locate this solicitation. The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Surveillance Plan, Appendices, and all supporting documents are located within this listing. Bidders are responsible for reviewing all materials in their entirety prior to bid submission.

QUESTIONS

Submit all questions in writing to the Sales Contracting Officer prior to the deadline identified in the IFB.

Adam Ebner Sales Contracting Officer adam.ebner@gsa.gov 813-894-9047 Additional Links:GSA Auctions KSC Mixed Metals Scrap IFB

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