PSC Code 9660, Precious Metals Primary Forms, covers the procurement of raw, bulk precious metal materials in their primary, unrefined forms. This classification includes bullion and ingots such as pigs and other unfinished metal products that require further refinement before use. These materials represent the foundational inputs for various manufacturing, research, and strategic stockpile purposes within federal agencies. Government contracts under this PSC focus on acquiring bulk quantities of precious metals which serve as critical resources for defense, scientific applications, and monetary reserves. Agencies use this PSC to ensure controlled sourcing and supply of high-value raw precious metals in standardized forms suitable for processing or storage.

Includes for PSC 9660

This PSC code covers the following products and services:

Bullion; Ingot.

Additional Notes for PSC 9660

Important notes and guidance for using this PSC code:

Only bulk material will be identified in this class. Primary Forms are raw unfinished ingots, pigs, that require refinement to be usable and are made of precious metals.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC 9660

Typical buyers using PSC 9660 include the Department of Defense, the Department of the Treasury, and agencies involved in strategic material stockpiling or scientific research that requires high-purity precious metals. These agencies procure raw precious metals to support manufacturing processes, monetary reserves, and national security objectives. The Department of Defense may use this PSC for materials related to advanced electronics or specialty alloys, while the Treasury might acquire bullion for currency reserves. Procurement under this code ensures traceability and compliance with government standards for precious metal sourcing.

Common Contract Types for PSC 9660

Contracts under PSC 9660 often involve fixed-price or indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) arrangements to accommodate fluctuating precious metal market values and variable demand. Procurement methods typically include competitive bidding or negotiated contracts with specialized suppliers capable of providing certified bullion and ingots. Due to the high value and sensitive nature of these materials, contracts require strict quality assurance and delivery controls. Use cases include stockpiling for national defense, supply for manufacturing components, and replenishment of government inventories.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC 9660

Covers raw, unrefined precious metal forms such as bullion and ingots.
Used primarily by defense, treasury, and research agencies for strategic and manufacturing purposes.
Contracts generally involve fixed-price or IDIQ vehicles due to market volatility.
Requires sourcing from certified suppliers with stringent quality and delivery standards.
Closely linked to NAICS codes related to metal smelting and refining industries.
Focuses solely on bulk precious metal materials, excluding finished products.

Related Categories for PSC 9660

Other categories at the same level as 9660

9610 ORES

Ores

9620 MINERALS, NATURAL AND SYNTHETIC

Minerals, Natural and Synthetic

9630 ADDITIVE METAL MATERIALS

Additive Metal Materials

9640 IRON AND STEEL PRIMARY AND SEMIFINISHED PRODUCTS

Iron and Steel Primary and Semifinished Products

9650 NONFERROUS BASE METAL REFINERY AND INTERMEDIATE FORMS

Nonferrous Base Metal Refinery and Intermediate Forms

9670 IRON AND STEEL SCRAP

Iron and Steel Scrap

9680 NONFERROUS SCRAP

Nonferrous Scrap

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