DOT/MARITIME MIXED METALS TERM CONTRACT

Invitation for Bids (IFB)
2-1-QSC-T-26-052
DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap Term Contract
U.S. Department of Transportation – Maritime Administration (MARAD)
Hampton Roads Region, Virginia

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is issuing this Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the sale and recurring removal of Government-generated DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap located at facilities operated by the U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD) across the Hampton Roads region of Virginia, including Norfolk, Newport News, Portsmouth, and Williamsburg.

This solicitation 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), and in accordance with all site-specific operational, maritime, and security requirements.

OVERVIEW

• Commodity: DEMIL A Mixed Metals Scrap
• Locations: Multiple MARAD facilities (Hampton Roads Region, VA)
• Contract Type: Term Contract (3-year base with up to two 1-year options)
• Estimated Volume: Approximately 60,000 pounds annually (not guaranteed)
• Disposal Requirement: Material must be recycled for material content only

SOLICITATION ACCESS

This solicitation is available for review and bidding on SAM.gov and GSA Auctions.

GSA Auctions Link:
https://gsaauctions.gov/auctions/preview/359615

All solicitation documents, including the IFB, Surveillance Plan, and Appendices, are located in the Documents section of the GSA Auctions listing.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

• Submission Method: Email (sealed bid submission)
• Bid Submission Deadline: May 8, 2026 – 5:00 PM Central Time
• Bid Opening: May 12, 2026 – Time provided via email notification

KEY REQUIREMENTS (MANDATORY)

• MANDATORY Pre-Bid Site Inspection Required (IFB Section 3.3)
• Submission must include:
  • Appendix A – Site Verification & Bidder Certification
  • Appendix B – Bid Sheet & SF 114
  • Appendix C – Container Execution Narrative
• Pricing is based on a percentage of a published market index
• Certified weight tickets are required; contractor-owned scales are not permitted
• Performance Guarantee of $2,500 required post-award
• All amendments must be acknowledged

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

SITE ACCESS / SECURITY

MARAD facilities are secure maritime and federal installations.

• Advance coordination is required for all site access
• Access may require Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Access is subject to vessel operations, terminal conditions, and security controls
• All inspection scheduling must be coordinated with the Government

Site Point of Contact (POC):
Martin Basham
DAO Logistics Management Specialist
Maritime Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation
Office: (757) 322-5829
Cell: (757) 282-3228
Email: martin.basham@dot.gov

IMPORTANT NOTICE — READ ALL DOCUMENTS

This notice is provided for summary purposes only.

The Invitation for Bids (IFB), Surveillance Plan, and all Appendices located in the Documents section of the GSA Auctions listing 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.

QUESTIONS

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

Sales Contracting Officer (SCO):
Adam Ebner
adam.ebner@gsa.gov
813-894-9047

AMENDMENTS

Any amendment notifications issued for this solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov and GSA Auctions.

Official amendment documents will be located in the Documents section of the GSA Auctions listing.

Bidders are responsible for monitoring both platforms and acknowledging all amendments in their bid submission.