This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Defense Logistics Agency seeks white papers for strategic materials projects, with an open period from January 30, 2026, to January 30, 2029. White papers must be submitted by May 1, 2028, to be considered, and all evaluations will cease by August 1, 2028. Any accepted proposals not awarded by September 15, 2028, must be resubmitted under a future BAA. The announcement has been amended to include supply chain assessments and project scoping, along with an updated strategic materials list. No specific budget amounts or performance location are specified.

This Broad Agency Announcement is open for three years, from January 30, 2026, to January 30, 2029. White papers will be accepted and reviewed until May 1, 2028, after which they will not be considered. The Government may request full proposals based on white paper reviews, with all evaluations ceasing on August 1, 2028. Any submissions not awarded by the BAA end date of September 15, 2028, must be resubmitted under a new BAA. The announcement does not specify a budget or location for performance.