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Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corporation Boulder CO 80301 USA

UEI: SLED_BC056B2288F23780

Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corporation Boulder CO 80301 USA is a federal contractor, registered under UEI SLED_BC056B2288F23780. It has been awarded $458,868,700 across 1 federal contract. Primary work spans Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing. Top awarding agencies include NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

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NASA Goddard Space Flight Center$458.9M100%

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336414 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing$458.9M100%

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Qualified Manufacturer for Critical Gun PartsThe contract requires qualified manufacturers or suppliers to provide critical firearm components that are listed on the Qualified Products List QPL-3150-34 or an equivalent approved standard, ensuring alignment with stringent defense specifications. Performance under this subcontract mandates direct support for government testing and inspection activities, with no reliance on certificates of conformance to validate compliance. The work must be executed with full transparency and accountability, enabling rapid verification of product quality and adherence to military-grade requirements. Suppliers are expected to maintain rigorous quality control processes and be fully prepared to accommodate unannounced government oversight throughout the manufacturing and delivery phases. The solicitation, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, is classified as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 336414, indicating focus on ammunition and firearm manufacturing. The opportunity was posted on July 24, 2026, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026. There is no specified set-aside designation, and performance location details are not provided, implying potential flexibility in production sites so long as all contract requirements are met. All parties must be prepared to operate in full compliance with federal defense procurement standards and deliver components that meet exacting performance benchmarks without the use of third-party certification as a substitute for direct government validation.

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Notice of Intent – TMPC Core Subsystems - TapestryThe Naval Air Systems Command intends to award a sole source Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract to Tapestry Solutions, Inc. of St. Louis, Missouri, for the continued development, delivery, and sustainment of Theater Mission Planning Center subsystems. The contract will span a base year plus four option years, with an expected start in the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027. Tapestry is the Original Equipment Manufacturer of the Tomahawk Planning System and its embedded variant, and is the sole source capable of performing this work due to its exclusive access to proprietary technical data, software source code, and specialized expertise. The decision to proceed without competition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR Subpart 6.103-1(c)(2)(ii), as awarding to any other entity would cause unacceptable delays. This notice is not a solicitation for proposals, and there is no obligation to proceed with a contract or to compensate parties who respond. Interested parties may submit written information prior to the response deadline of July 29, 2026, to determine whether a competitive procurement should be pursued, but the government reserves sole discretion to proceed as planned without competition. No phone inquiries will be accepted, and all responses must be sent via email to Dawn Scher at dawn.r.scher.civ@us.navy.mil. Subcontracting opportunities are not handled through this notice; potential subcontractors must contact Tapestry directly. The contract will be managed from Patuxent River, Maryland, with performance based in St. Louis, Missouri, under the NAICS code 336414. This notice does not bind the government to issue a solicitation or make an award, and all information provided remains subject to change without notice.

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Notice of Intent – TMPC Core Software Subsystems - PeratonThe Naval Air Systems Command plans to award a sole source Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract to Peraton Technology Services, Incorporated for the continued development, delivery, and sustainment of critical Theater Mission Planning Center subsystems, including the Mission Distribution System, TMPC Communications System, Enterprise Database, Operations and Status Tool, Intelligence Situational Awareness Tool, Logging Services, and Microservices. Peraton is the Original Equipment Manufacturer for all these components, possessing exclusive access to proprietary technical data, software source code, and specialized expertise necessary to maintain system integrity and operational continuity. The contract will have a base year plus four option years, with an expected start in Quarter 1 of Fiscal Year 27, and is being pursued under statutory authority that recognizes Peraton as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirement without causing unacceptable delays. This notice serves as a formal announcement of intent and is not a solicitation for competitive proposals. While interested parties may submit information by the deadline to demonstrate their capability, the government retains full discretion to determine whether to proceed with a competitive process or proceed solely with Peraton. No obligation is created by this notice, and no funding or award is guaranteed. All responses must be submitted in writing via email to the designated point of contact; phone inquiries will not be accepted. Subcontracting inquiries must be directed to Peraton directly. The solicitation number is N00019-26-RFPREQ-WPM281-0120, with a response deadline of July 29, 2026, and the contract is classified under NAICS code 336414, with no set-aside provisions.

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Notice of Intent – TMPC Core Subsystems – BAE SystemsThe Naval Air Systems Command at Patuxent River, Maryland, plans to award a sole source Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract to BAE Systems Information & Electronic Systems in San Diego, California, for the continued development, delivery, and sustainment of key Theater Mission Planning Center subsystems. This effort includes the Targeting and Navigation Toolset, Geographic Information System, Conventional Prompt Strike Planning Tool, and CPS Command and Control Toolbox, all of which BAE Systems originally designed and manufactures. The contract will have a base year plus four option years, with an anticipated start in the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027. The decision to proceed without competition is based on statutory authority and regulatory justification that BAE Systems is the only responsible source with exclusive access to proprietary technical data, source code, and specialized expertise necessary to avoid unacceptable delays in system sustainment and modernization. This notice is not a solicitation for competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit information regarding their capabilities prior to the response deadline of July 29, 2026, to the designated point of contact, Torie Benefield, at the provided email address. All submissions will be reviewed only to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted; no commitment is made to issue a solicitation or award a contract, and the government will not assume liability for any costs incurred by respondents. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 336414, and the place of performance is in California. Subcontracting opportunities are to be pursued directly with BAE Systems, and no phone inquiries will be accepted. The information provided is subject to change and does not obligate the government in any way.

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Parachute Canopy Assembly Manufacturing

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Government First Article Test (FAT) ExecutionThe contract requires the execution of a Government First Article Test for a Track Assembly, Fuse with National Stock Number 1560-00-451-1993, ensuring that the design, materials, and manufacturing processes meet all specified military standards. This includes the complete lifecycle of the test effort—from developing a detailed test plan and conducting rigorous validation procedures to compiling and submitting a formal report that certifies compliance. The work is critical to verifying that the product is capable of consistent, reliable production prior to full-scale manufacturing. Performed under a subcontract with the Defense Logistics Agency operating under the Department of Defense, the effort is governed by NAICS code 336414, aligning with aerospace product and parts manufacturing. The contract was posted on July 20, 2026, and is linked to the award record identified by contract number SPE4A7-26-P-3477. While no specific location is provided for performance, all testing must adhere to U.S. Department of Defense requirements and deliverables, with the outcome directly influencing approval for procurement and fielding of the component.

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Electrical Components Manufacturing – Termination, Shield, Strap, Tiedown AssembliesThe contract entails the manufacture and supply of precision military-grade electrical components identified by NSN 5935014148379, specifically termination devices, shielding elements, straps, and tiedown assemblies designed for use in aerospace and defense systems. These components must meet rigorous military specifications to ensure reliability, durability, and electromagnetic compatibility under extreme operational conditions. The work falls under NAICS code 336414, indicating classification within the aircraft and spacecraft manufacturing sector, and is structured as a subcontract under the purview of the Defense Logistics Agency, a key component of the Department of Defense. Performance of the contract is expected to support critical defense infrastructure, though the precise place of performance is not specified. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, and the contract is accessible through the DIBBS system under award number SPE7M526D62DK, with no set-aside provisions indicated, meaning participation is open to all qualified vendors regardless of business size or category.

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Landsat 10 SpacecraftThe National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Goddard Space Flight Center is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of the Landsat 10 Spacecraft under RFP 80GSFC26R0015, with responses due by August 13, 2026. This solicitation replaces the previous draft RFP issued in May 2026 and is intended to secure a spacecraft system capable of delivering continuous, high-quality multi-spectral imagery for at least five years. The mission will operate from a 653-kilometer sun-synchronous low-Earth orbit and is designed to collect Visible to Shortwave-Infrared and Thermal Infrared data with a 26-band instrument suite, achieving a ground sampling distance of 10 to 60 meters and a swath width of approximately 164 kilometers. NASA will provide the space segment and launch services, while the U.S. Geological Survey will manage the ground system and mission operations. The spacecraft must meet stringent environmental requirements outlined in the Space Environmental Requirements Document, covering radiation, space charging, magnetics, atomic oxygen, and micrometeoroid/debris exposure, and must adhere to applicable standards such as MIL-STD-883 for microcircuits. The acquisition includes extensive technical deliverables governed by a series of attachments detailing critical interfaces and analytical models: the Spacecraft-to-Ground Interface Requirement Document, Payload-to-Launch Services Interface Description Document, Space Environmental Requirements Document, and Analytical Math Model Definitions, which require 3D CAD, thermal, structural, dynamic, and attitude control models to be submitted for verification. Government-furnished equipment and services are clearly delineated with precise timelines, including launch umbilical connectors and electrical interface connectors due at L-18 months, payload processing facility access from L-60 days through L+7 days, and propellant delivery one month prior to launch. The launch services provider support is tied to the observatory’s mechanical testing schedule, with select services required no earlier than 12 months before launch. All analytical models, including those for the spacecraft and instrument, must be delivered to the Landsat 10 Project Office. The solicitation includes key reference documents such as the Design Reference Case DRC-18 and the World Reference System-3 Definition to ensure consistent data alignment with the Landsat archive. No set-aside provisions apply, the NAICS code is 336414, and the contracting office is located in Greenbelt,

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RFI-Drone CLTThe United States Special Operations Command is conducting market research to identify industry capabilities for designing and manufacturing a specialized unmanned aerial system compatible with the Common Launch Tube used on SOF fixed-wing platforms. This initiative seeks innovative, out-of-the-box solutions for a SOF-peculiar munition weighing no more than 55 pounds, with a maximum form factor of 5.9 inches in diameter and 42 inches in length, capable of being air-launched between 120 and 300 knots and at altitudes from 5,000 feet AGL to 35,000 feet MSL. The system must feature a passive seeker with integrated automatic target recognition, a kinetic warhead optimized for weight constraints, electro-optical and infrared sensors, and support for FANTOM Core collaborative autonomy via machine-to-machine API or Battle Management System integration. Minimum technical readiness level 6 is required, with a mission profile that includes pre-planned routing, a minimum 75-nautical-mile range, 40-minute loiter time at 500–3,000 feet AGL, and cruise speeds of 50–100 knots with a dash capability exceeding 100 knots. Responses must be submitted as unclassified white papers not exceeding 10 pages and include company details, CAGE and DUNS codes, point of contact, existing contract vehicles, Agile and spiral development experience, systems engineering and manufacturing processes, Modular Open Systems Approach and Weapon Open Systems Architecture compliance, development and production timelines, manufacturing maturity and monthly output estimates, and manpower requirements. The system must withstand extreme environmental conditions—temperatures from -40°F to 135°F, MIL-STD-810H vibration profiles, and a two-foot drop shock test—without icing concerns. A rough order of magnitude cost estimate is requested for a single demonstration on an AC-130J Ghostrider or other SOF platform, covering cost, schedule, assumptions, risks, and government-furnished equipment needs. Responses must not include classified, proprietary, or sensitive information, and submission does not constitute a contract offer or entitle respondents to reimbursement. All submissions are due by August 17, 2026, and will be used solely to inform future acquisition planning and strategy development.

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Aerospace Component Manufacturing – Output Drum ReplacementThe contract mandates the manufacture and delivery of a revised output drum component, part number 373967-6, to serve as a direct replacement for the legacy part number 373967-4, in strict accordance with engineering drawing DWG 373967 Revision E, specifically incorporating Note 18. The new component must meet all technical and dimensional specifications outlined in the revised drawing to ensure full interchangeability and operational compatibility within existing aerospace systems. This substitution is intended to modernize the component while maintaining performance integrity and reliability standards required by the defense supply chain. Executed as a subcontract under the auspices of the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, the work falls under NAICS code 336414, which classifies it within the aerospace product and parts manufacturing sector. The contract was posted on July 16, 2026, and is linked to the award SPS4AX20D9403 with delivery identifier SPE4AX26F3439. Performance is expected to comply with federal acquisition standards, and delivery must occur without disruption to current maintenance and production schedules. The replacement initiative reflects a broader effort to upgrade aging components in military aerospace equipment through precise engineering revisions and validated manufacturing processes.

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Aerospace Diaphragm Manufacturing and SupplyThe contract entails the manufacture and supply of a rolling diaphragm designated by NSN 1660-01-317-8351, intended for use in aerospace fluid control systems and required to meet rigorous military or original equipment manufacturer specifications. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 336414, indicating classification within aerospace manufacturing, and is sponsored by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. The work must ensure full compliance with technical and quality standards expected for mission-critical aerospace components, though specific performance locations and contact details are not provided. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, and the contract is accessible via the DIBBS platform under award number SPE4A725PF268.

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Electrical Connector Component ManufacturingThe contract involves the manufacture and delivery of 1,094 termination shields for electrical connectors, specifically designated by NSN 5935016918857, under military specifications and QPL standards to ensure compliance with defense-grade performance criteria. The work is being performed as a subcontract under the broader procurement efforts of the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense, with the North American Industry Classification System code 336414 indicating focus on other aircraft parts and equipment manufacturing. Delivery must adhere to strict military quality and certification benchmarks, ensuring the components are suitable for critical aerospace and defense applications. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, and is linked to contract number SPE7M326V3710, though no specific delivery location or point of contact is provided. The contract does not indicate any set-aside status or small business preferences, and performance location details are not specified, suggesting that the supplier may operate from any qualified facility capable of meeting the stringent technical requirements. The absence of a solicitation number implies this may be a direct award or follow-on action within an existing framework agreement, focusing solely on fulfillment of the termination shield order without additional competitive bidding at this stage.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Precision Integration and Alignment Services

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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Materials and Contamination Control Consulting

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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Environmental Testing (TVAC, Vibration, EMC)

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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Thermal, Mechanical, and Optical (TMO) Analysis Services

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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FRS Electronics Subsystem Development

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

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Optical Reference Cavity (ORC) Design and Fabrication

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