# DOE Hosts Surplus Critical Minerals Industry Day

The Department of Energy's Office of Environmental Management is conducting a virtual Industry Day on September 30, 2026, to present an Expression of Interest opportunity focused on surplus critical minerals from federal assets. This event aims to engage government contractors and industry stakeholders early in the procurement process to discuss market demand, processing capabilities, and recovery methods for these minerals. Attendees will gain insights into DOE's priorities and potential contracting opportunities related to the management and utilization of surplus critical mineral resources.

- **Why this matters:** This event signals DOE's intent to leverage federal surplus critical minerals, creating new procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in mineral processing and recovery.
- Contractors should consider participating to understand technical requirements and align capabilities with DOE's needs.
- Early engagement allows companies to influence scope and prepare competitive proposals for forthcoming solicitations.
- Contact Robert Seifert at DOE's Office of Environmental Management via Robert.Seifert@em.doe.gov to RSVP and obtain detailed information about the opportunity.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- Office of Environmental Management (EM)

### Sources
- [Surplus Critical Minerals Virtual Industry Day | Department of Energy](https://www.energy.gov/em/events/surplus-critical-minerals-virtual-industry-day) - Energy Fecm