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The Office of Naval Research within the Department of Defense is preparing for a potential recompete regarding the qualification of the MELD process in Aluminum 7050 EO14042. The current contract, held by The Curators of the University of Missouri, is valued at over 18 million dollars and is expected to conclude on October 31, 2026. This opportunity is classified as a full recompete with a high confidence level and will be available through full and open competition using a cost no fee pricing structure. The project falls under NAICS code 541715 and is managed by James Farnsworth in Arlington, Virginia. As a pre-forecast opportunity, it signals a future requirement for specialized research and development services related to aluminum processing. Interested parties should note that the procurement process is expected to be open to all qualified bidders.

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ONR recompete for Aluminum 7050 MELD process qualification via full and open competition.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Office Of Naval Research

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

VA, 641102446, USA

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NONE

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PostedMay 1

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Office Of Naval Research

Contacts1 person available

OfficeARLINGTON, VA, 22203-1995, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Office Of Naval Research

Office AddressARLINGTON, VA, 22203-1995, USA

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James Farnsworth

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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Predicted recompete opportunity based on federal award data.
Current Contract: N0001421C1049 Incumbent: THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Contract Value: $18,138,881 Potential End Date: 2026-10-31T00:00:00.000Z Competition: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION Pricing: COST NO FEE Classification: full-recompete (Confidence: high - 90/100)
Qualification of the MELD process in Aluminum 7050 EO14042

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