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D & B TRENCHING

UEI: LZT7RKQ4F7A4

D & B TRENCHING is a federal contractor, registered under UEI LZT7RKQ4F7A4. It has been awarded $41,696 across 1 federal contract. Primary work spans Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing. Top awarding agencies include Department Of Defense (dod).

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Department Of Defense (dod)$41.7K100%

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336414 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing$41.7K100%

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FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE AIRCRAFT

Solicitation # SPE4A7-26-R-X989

The contract is for the procurement of one FAIRING, LAUNCHER, GUIDED MISSILE AIRCRAFT, identified by NSN 1440-01-073-2293 and part number 16S307-1, Revision K, with technical data tied to Lockheed Martin Corporation and Alek Industries Inc. The solicitation, issued under number SPE4A7-26-R-X989, is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336414, with a ceiling value of $349,999.99 and a delivery deadline of 230 days ADO to an unspecified destination under FOB DESTINATION terms. Performance is governed by stringent defense procurement standards including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for marking, with specific requirements for bare item labeling, preservation, and external container markings indicating “Product Verification Test Samples - Do Not Post to Stock” alongside contract and lot numbers. Technical data is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, restricting access to DLA contractors with approved JCP certification, completed export control training, and DLA authorization. Cybersecurity compliance is mandated at CMMC Level 2, and the contractor must adhere to DFARS and FAR requirements including safeguarding covered defense information, combating trafficking, equal opportunity, paid sick leave, and employment eligibility verification. The contract includes comprehensive quality and inspection protocols requiring acceptance at destination per FAR 52.246-2, with inspections governed by MIL-STD-1916 and quality assurance provisions. Invoicing is exclusively through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, with no alternative methods permitted, and payments are routed through designated DoDAACs. The evaluation process prioritizes past performance, especially supplier quality and delivery reliability, over cost, with a trade-off approach used to determine best value. Offerors must maintain current SAM registrations, submit UEI and CAGE codes, and represent their small business status accurately, with additional disclosures required if providing covered defense telecommunications equipment. Special contract requirements authorize DPAS priority ratings, mandate U.S.-flag vessels for ocean shipments unless waived, and impose strict labeling of hazardous and radioactive materials. Technical data submissions for alternative products must include traceability documentation, and any configuration changes require formal engineering change proposals. No formal list of attachments is provided, and specific pricing, point-of-contact, COR/COT

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BrAF Implementation of ECP 4468 for Operational Flight Software

Solicitation # N00019-26-RFPREQ-WPM201-0274

The Naval Air Systems Command, through the Precision Strike Weapons Office, plans to award a Firm Fixed Price Delivery Order to The Boeing Company under Basic Ordering Agreement N00019-26-G-1002 to implement Engineering Change Proposal 4468 for Operational Flight Software Support targeting the Brazilian Air Force. This action is being conducted on a sole source basis because Boeing is the exclusive designer, developer, manufacturer, and integrator of the Harpoon/SLAM ER missile systems and holds proprietary technical knowledge, software, algorithms, facilities, and manufacturing expertise essential to fulfilling the requirements within the required timeline. No other entity possesses the necessary capabilities to meet the government's needs, justifying the use of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1 authority. Subcontracting opportunities may be available through direct engagement with Boeing, and all inquiries should be directed to the point of contact provided. The solicitation number is N00019-26-RFPREQ-WPM201-0274, posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 19, 2026, under a presolicitation notice. The work is assigned a NAICS code 336414 and will be performed in St. Louis, Missouri, while the contracting office is located at Patuxent River, Maryland. The primary point of contact is Mason Harrison, with Lindsey Boka as the secondary contact. There is no guarantee of award, and the government is not obligated to proceed with solicitation or make any financial commitments prior to a formal delivery order. Any information provided is subject to change, and no party should incur expenses in anticipation of an award.

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Next Generation Counter-Small UAS Missile (NGCM)

Solicitation # PANRSA-26-P-040123

The U.S. Army is seeking industry input on a Next Generation Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft System Missile (NGCM) to enhance capabilities against Group 2 and Group 3 small drone threats through extended range, rapid launch, and reduced time-to-target. The initiative aims to develop a missile system capable of engaging targets beyond 16 kilometers at 6 kilometers altitude and up to 25 kilometers at 8 kilometers altitude, with a launch response time under five seconds from operator initiation. The missile must integrate seamlessly with the existing Coyote Launcher and compatibility with the IBCS-M architecture and multiple radar systems including KuRFS, Sentinel A3/A4, LTAMDS, PATRIOT, and TPQ-53, using an all-weather RF seeker. Production costs must not exceed $150,000 per unit at a volume of 5,000 missiles, and the system must achieve Technology Readiness Level 7 by the end of FY2027, with 50 units ready for Operational Assessment by the first quarter of FY2028. Development includes full design documentation, simulation tools, and performance analysis to support integration and testing under the Army’s C-UAS architecture. Vendors are invited to submit an unclassified Capabilities Brief, not exceeding ten pages, detailing their proposed solution, technical specifications, integration approach, security compliance, and supporting services such as engineering, field support, training, logistics, data analytics, and cybersecurity. Proposals must demonstrate compliance with NISP standards, including a Secret-level facility clearance and personnel with Secret clearance and COMSEC access, along with adherence to zero-trust and encryption protocols for both U.S. and Foreign Military Sales applications. All submissions must be in PDF format with a one-slide quad chart appendix and must include proper markings for proprietary or sensitive data. Responses are due by August 20, 2026, submitted via email to the designated contracting representatives, with no telephonic inquiries accepted. Participation is voluntary, non-binding, and at the vendor’s expense; the government reserves the right to use responses for planning purposes only and is under no obligation to proceed with procurement. Information submitted becomes government property and may be shared with non-government advisors under NDA, with protections for confidential commercial data under applicable federal statutes.

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PEO-M Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Poseidon's Fury Collaboration Event (CE)

Solicitation # PEO_M_USV_Poseidon_s_Fury_CE

SOFWERX and the USSOCOM Program Executive Office Maritime (PEO-M) are hosting the Poseidon’s Fury Collaboration Event to accelerate the development of the Unmanned Surface Vehicle Mission-Aligned Reference Architecture (MARA), a standards-based framework designed to improve interoperability across Joint Force manned and unmanned maritime systems while eliminating redundant, service-specific platform development. This initiative is open exclusively to U.S. persons and involves a two-phase process beginning with a virtual collaboration event on August 26, 2026, where SOF operators and industry partners will engage in breakout sessions to define operational needs around user interface, autonomy, command and control, and platform effectiveness. Participation in this event is optional but strongly encouraged to align solutions with warfighter requirements, with registration closing August 14, 2026. Those who do not attend the CE may still submit capabilities for consideration during the Assessment Event, which opens on September 14, 2026, and closes October 2, 2026. A virtual Q&A session is available on September 23 for clarification on technical expectations. Selected submissions will undergo a downselect process, with winners invited to participate in a comprehensive on-water Assessment Event at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, between November 2 and 20, 2026. Participants must demonstrate their USV capabilities in real-world conditions, with evaluations conducted by Subject Matter Experts from USSOCOM, JHU APL, WARCOM, and MARSOC using predefined technical and operational criteria. Successful performers may be transitioned to Phase 5, where potential pathways for follow-on acquisition include Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) under 10 U.S.C. §4022, research agreements under 15 U.S.C. §3715, cooperative R&D agreements, experimental procurement under §4023, or prize competitions—potentially leading to non-competitive production awards based on successful prototype outcomes. All awardees must comply with NIST SP 800-171 for securing Controlled Unclassified Information, and eligibility is limited to U.S. persons and organizations capable of supporting USSOCOM’s unique maritime missions.

Department Of Defense

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Aircraft Fairing and Access Door ProductionThe contract pertains to the manufacturing of aerodynamic fairings and access doors for aircraft fuselage or wings, supporting defense aviation systems under a subcontract arrangement. The work falls under NAICS code 336414, which classifies it within the aircraft manufacturing sector, and is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense. Although specific performance locations and point of contact details are not provided, the procurement is tied to a documented award referenced by contract numbers SPE4AX24D9408 and SPE4AX25F9371, indicating an active logistics and supply chain process. The solicitation was posted in July 2026, suggesting a planned future procurement timeline aligned with upcoming aircraft production or modernization needs.

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Pylon and Nozzle Component ManufacturingThe contract pertains to the fabrication of pylon sections and nozzle vanes critical to propulsion or weapon systems, with the work classified under NAICS code 336414 for aerospace product and parts manufacturing. This subcontract falls under the purview of the Defense Logistics Agency, a division of the Department of Defense, and is tied to the procurement effort identified by contract number SPE4AX24D9408 with delivery order SPE4AX25F9371. The nature of the components indicates high-precision manufacturing requirements for defense applications, likely involving advanced materials and stringent quality controls to meet military performance standards. Although specific performance location and point of contact details are not provided, the contract was posted on July 29, 2026, signaling an active acquisition phase for specialized aerospace components.

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Aircraft Support Assembly FabricationThe contract pertains to the manufacture of structural support assemblies for aircraft, specifically including door latch supports such as part number 1620-01-538-6064. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, and falls under the NAICS code 336414 which designates aerospace product and parts manufacturing. The work involves precision fabrication of critical structural components that ensure the integrity and functionality of aircraft door systems. Although the solicitation number and specific performance location are not provided, the contract was posted on July 29, 2026 and is linked to a specific award record through the DIBBS system with contract number SPE4AX24D9408 and delivery identifier SPE4AX25F9371. The nature of the work requires adherence to stringent defense quality standards and specifications to support military aircraft systems.

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Duct Assembly for Aircraft Environmental SystemsThe contract covers the supply of air duct assemblies critical to aircraft environmental control systems, including specific parts such as 74A838164-1013, which are essential for maintaining regulated airflow and temperature within military aircraft. This is a subcontract awarded under the North American Industry Classification System code 336414, indicating specialized manufacturing of aircraft hydraulic and environmental control equipment. The agreement is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense and was posted for public reference on July 29, 2026, suggesting a prospective or planned procurement rather than an active award. Performance location and detailed contact information are not specified, and no set-aside provisions are indicated, meaning it is open to all eligible contractors. The contract reference is linked through the DIBBS platform, serving as the official portal for tracking award details and delivery records under the identifiers SPE4AX24D9408 and SPE4AX25F9371.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Aircraft Structural Stiffener ManufacturingThe contract pertains to the fabrication of aircraft stiffeners critical for airframe reinforcement, specifically including part number 74A326051-2070, under a subcontract arrangement. The work is aligned with the NAICS code 336414, which classifies it within the aircraft manufacturing sector, and is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense. The contract was posted on July 29, 2026, and the performance location is unspecified, indicating potential flexibility in production sites. The contract award is linked to the DIBBS database under tracking numbers SPE4AX24D9408 and SPE4AX25F9371, with a referenced count of 47, suggesting it is one of multiple related actions under a larger procurement framework. No set-aside designation or specific point of contact is provided, implying this is a standard commercial subcontract with standard federal procurement compliance requirements.

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Landsat 10 Spacecraft

Solicitation # 80GSFC26R0015

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Goddard Space Flight Center is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of the Landsat 10 Spacecraft under RFP 80GSFC26R0015, which supersedes the previous draft issued in May 2026. The contract seeks a spacecraft capable of delivering multi-spectral imagery across visible to shortwave-infrared and thermal infrared bands to support long-term monitoring of Earth’s land surfaces and coastal regions, with a mission objective to operate continuously for at least five years. The spacecraft will be placed in a 653-kilometer sun-synchronous low-Earth orbit and equipped with the Landsat Instrument Suite, providing 26 spectral bands with a ground sampling distance between 10 and 60 meters and a 164-kilometer swath width. NASA will provide the space and launch services segments, while USGS will manage the ground system and mission operations. The contractor is required to deliver detailed analytical models, including 3D CAD, thermal, structural, dynamic, and attitude control subsystem models, as well as comply with stringent environmental standards covering radiation, space charging, magnetics, atomic oxygen, and micrometeoroid/orbital debris exposure, with microcircuit requirements aligned to MIL-STD-883. Key deliverables include the spacecraft and related models to be submitted to the Landsat 10 Project Office, alongside adherence to interface requirements defined in multiple attachments for spacecraft-to-ground, payload-to-launch, and space environmental systems. The response deadline has been extended to August 31, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST, and the solicitation includes updated documentation such as the Spacecraft Contractor Standards, a revised Master Equipment List, and a DPAS rating of DO-C9 on the SF-1449 form. Government-furnished equipment, including flight umbilical connectors, launch services support, and propellant, must be coordinated with schedule milestones ranging from L-18 months to L-1 month, with payload processing facilities provided by the government from L-60 days through L+7 days. No cost or pricing data, evaluation factors, or contract value estimates are specified in the release.

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CANOPY, EJECTION SEAT

Solicitation # SPE4A7-26-Q-0881

This contract solicits 322 ejection seat canopies under NSN 1670-01-236-3820, with a total purchase request of 409 units, to be delivered within 600 days after order placement. The item is classified as a TYPE I (CODE V) shelf-life item with a fixed 156-month non-extendable shelf life, requiring strict adherence to preservation and labeling standards under MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, including a 32-32 Type I shelf-life indicator. Packaging must comply with DLA’s RP001 requirements, including palletization, clean/dry preservation (Method 33), and specific packaging codes, while all items must bear accurate government-mandated markings, barcodes, and special labeling such as “First Article Exhibits — Do Not Post to Stock” in bold font. The contract mandates full compliance with Qualified Products Lists (QPL) and Qualified Manufacturers Lists (QML) for all components, enforceable through H02 and RQ016, and prohibits use of non-qualified sources. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin per RQ009 and Clause E06, with the government retaining the right to conduct First Article and Production Lot Testing prior to shipment. The contractor must maintain a certified CMMC Level 2 cybersecurity posture and adhere to SAE AS9100 quality standards, along with DFARS and FAR requirements including prohibition of contingent fees, anti-kickback provisions, and restrictions on subcontracting with debarred entities. Deliveries are FOB destination to DLA distribution centers in Warner Robins, GA, or Hill AFB, UT, with invoicing required exclusively via Wide Area WorkFlow. Award will be based on a best value trade-off, with past performance—including PPIRS-SR assessments, historical quality, and on-time delivery—carrying significantly greater weight than cost. The contract includes critical safety item controls, DPAS priority ratings, and hazard communication compliance (29 CFR 1910.1200), and requires accurate Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code submissions under Section K, though no completed representations are present in the solicitation. No pricing data is provided, and the contract type remains unspecified.

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Solicitation # SPE4A7-26-Q-0879

The LEFT BASE ASSY with NSN 4925-01-568-6999 is solicited under contract SPE4A7-26-Q-0879 for a quantity of two units, with delivery required within 198 days after award. This procurement is governed by DLA packaging and technical requirements referenced in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with applicable revisions determined by the solicitation or award date depending on acquisition size. The item is not required to be uniquely identified under DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i), but must comply with specific dimensional corrections listed on drawings 3305AS1702 and 3305AS1705, including a radius of 0.25 inches and a missing dimension of 0.190 inches in specified zones. Sampling and inspection must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1, with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated, and attribute classifications must align with verification levels VII, IV, and II or AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 for critical, major, and minor characteristics respectively. Technical data associated with this item is subject to export control under either ITAR or EAR, prohibiting any disclosure or transfer to foreign persons without prior authorization from the Department of State or Commerce. DFARS 252.225-7048 applies, restricting access to contractors holding valid US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification, having completed DLA-mandated export control training and questionnaire, and been formally approved by DLA. Government identification must be removed from non-accepted supplies, and all quality assurance protocols must strictly adhere to the referenced military standards. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, with responses due by August 6, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense’s ASC Supplier Oper AE and AF Division, with Mykhara Robinson as the primary point of contact.

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AFSS Integration, HTV–2 Integration Kits, and ESR–19 Motor Transportation for MRBM T1/T2 Combined Sources Sought/Notice to Sole Source

Solicitation # 26-MDA-12371

The Missile Defense Agency is seeking industry input on the integration of an Autonomous Flight Safety System and Hypersonic Target Vehicle – 2 Integration Kits for the Medium Range Ballistic Missile Type 1/Type 2 target platforms, with the intent to potentially award a sole source modification to Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace, Inc. if no viable alternative sources are identified. The agency requires an autonomous flight termination system that replaces the current command destruct functionality by using onboard tracking, computing, and pre-programmed safety criteria to terminate flight if trajectory thresholds are breached, aligning with a 2030 mandate to phase out traditional range-based destruct systems. The Hypersonic Target Vehicle – 2 integration involves modifying the existing MRBM T1/T2 booster interface, updating test procedures, analyzing system compatibility, and adjusting the Carriage Extraction System to accommodate the new front end, all while adhering to established interface control documents. The work is to be performed under the existing contract period ending December 2029, with no extension anticipated, and is grounded in the exclusive possession of the technical data package by Aerojet Rocketdyne Coleman Aerospace, which the agency cites as the reason for potential sole source justification under statutory authority and federal acquisition regulations. Industry respondents are invited to submit capability statements detailing their capacity to perform AFSS and Hypersonic Target Vehicle – 2 integration under MDA’s systems engineering processes, including detailed schedules and cost estimates, with submissions limited to 25 pages in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat format. The agency specifically encourages small business participation and requires disclosure of subcontractor roles, business size status, and socio-economic classifications if teaming arrangements are proposed. Proprietary or sensitive information submitted carries the vendor’s sole responsibility for proper marking, and the government explicitly states it will not pay for responses nor provide feedback. Responses must be received by August 11, 2026, via email to the designated point of contact, and the effort falls under NAICS code 336414 for guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing, with primary performance expected in Florida. This notice is strictly a request for information and does not constitute a solicitation, obligation, or commitment to procure.

Missile Defense Agency (mda)

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Inventory Management and Material Support-Sole Source to Cherokee Nation Armored Solutions

Solicitation # SPRRA226QSP04

The contract is a sole-source solicitation awarded to Cherokee Nation Armored Solutions for inventory management and material support services under solicitation number SPRRA226QSP04, posted on July 27, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026. The work falls under NAICS code 336414, which pertains to motor vehicle body manufacturing, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Office of DLA Aviation at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Performance of the contract is required to take place in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with a ZIP code of 74103, indicating the operational focus is centralized there despite the agency’s administrative location. Primary point of contact for the solicitation is Lauren Tatum, reachable at lauren.tatum@dla.mil, with Anna Phillips serving as the secondary contact at anna.phillips@dla.mil. As a sole-source award, this contract bypasses competitive bidding, indicating an exclusive agreement with Cherokee Nation Armored Solutions likely due to unique capabilities, prior performance, or proprietary expertise. Interested parties must submit responses by the stated deadline to be considered, and further details regarding scope, deliverables, and technical requirements are contained in the referenced attachment, CNAS RFQ (SPRRA226QSP04).

Al DLA Aviation At Huntsville

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MARSOC: Automated Armory Collaboration Event (CE)

Solicitation # MARSOC_Automated_Armory_CE

MARSOC, in partnership with SOFWERX, is inviting U.S. industry, academia, and national laboratories to collaboratively develop a revolutionary automated armory system that eliminates manual inventory processes through a fully passive, image-based tracking solution. The initiative targets the modernization of serialized weapon and equipment accountability by replacing paper logs, handwritten forms, and RFID or radio-frequency systems with secure optical recognition and computer vision technologies. Participants are challenged to design a system that authenticates users via CAC, automatically logs equipment issuance and recovery through photographic scans, tracks item locations, and maintains tamper-proof audit trails—all without emitting any RF signals to preserve operational security. The effort is driven by the need to reduce human error, minimize administrative burden, and ensure absolute accountability in high-stakes special operations environments. The collaboration unfolds in stages: first, a mandatory submission deadline of 16 August 2026 for attendance at the in-person Collaboration Event on 17 September 2026 at SOFWERX in Florida, where stakeholders will engage directly with warfighters to refine requirements. Those unable to attend may still submit solutions by 20 October 2026 for the Assessment Event, which includes a virtual Q&A on 3 November and a downselect by 1 December. Finalists will present live demonstrations during the Assessment Event from 15 to 17 December 2026, with top-performing solutions potentially entering into non-traditional agreements under 10 U.S.C. Sections 4021, 4022, or other alternative contracting authorities such as OTAs, CRADAs, or prize competitions. Selected participants must comply with NIST SP 800-171 for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. Only U.S. persons and U.S. industry entities are eligible to participate, and success in this event may lead directly to follow-on production agreements without additional competition.

Department Of Defense

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Parachute Canopy Assembly ManufacturingThe contract entails the manufacture of parachute canopy assemblies adhering to the National Stock Number 1670000049931, encompassing all critical fabrication processes such as precision cutting, high-strength sewing, and the integration of materials compliant with military specifications. All work must meet stringent defense standards to ensure reliability and performance under demanding operational conditions. The subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 336414, which classifies it within the aerospace product and parts manufacturing sector, and is administered by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense. Despite the absence of specific geographic details for performance or contact points, the contract is publicly accessible through the DIBBS system with the referenced award identifier, and was posted on July 21, 2026, signaling an upcoming procurement cycle aimed at sustaining critical airborne equipment supply chains.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Contactless Iris Collection Collaboration Event

Solicitation # Contactless_Iris_Collection_Collaboration_Event

The U.S. Special Operations Command Program Executive Office for Tactical Information Systems, in partnership with SOFWERX, is conducting a structured initiative to evaluate the feasibility of using commercially available Android-based mobile devices for contactless iris image capture—without supplemental hardware—to meet biometric collection standards for integration into the Automated Biometric Identification System. This effort targets the validation of native mobile camera performance under public optical specifications against ISO and DoD biometric standards, aiming to reduce size, weight, and power requirements by leveraging built-in device lighting, including near-infrared wavelengths between 805 nm and 1,000 nm. To support this goal, a Collaboration Event is scheduled for 30 September 2026 at SOFWERX in Florida, limited to U.S. citizens and requiring registration by 28 August 2026. The event will facilitate direct engagement between warfighters and technology providers, enabling feedback loops on operational requirements and problem-solving, and is designed to prepare participants for the upcoming Assessment Event. Following the Collaboration Event, a submission window for the Assessment Event will open from 27 October to 27 November 2026, during which participants may submit their technologies for technical evaluation. A virtual Q&A session is scheduled for 11 November to clarify requirements. Submissions will be assessed on technical merit, with selected candidates invited to the Assessment Event on 19–21 January 2026, where they will present and demonstrate their solutions to an evaluation panel. Successful technologies may lead to negotiated awards under non-FAR authorities such as Other Transaction Authorities (10 U.S.C. §§ 4021, 4022), Cooperative Research and Development Agreements, or Business-to-Business agreements via SOFWERX’s Partnership Intermediary Agreement, with the potential for follow-on production without recompetition if prototype goals are met. Awardees must comply with NIST SP 800-171 standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information, and solutions must demonstrate significant matching scores across diverse populations, device-specific performance metrics, and reliable performance with unmodified consumer hardware.

Department Of Defense

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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.

Defense Logistics Agency

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