Additive Manufacturing (AM) Feasibility & Production Support

The contract seeks to evaluate the feasibility of using additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, to produce the locking rod end component, with the goal of determining whether metal-based additive manufacturing can meet the required performance and quality standards. If the feasibility assessment confirms viability, the contractor will be expected to either support or directly perform the metal additive manufacturing production in full compliance with Department of Defense standards, specifically MIL-STD-31000. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332721 and is being managed by the Land Supply Chain organization within the Department of Defense, with all production activities to be performed at a designated location in San Diego, California, zip code 92136-3581. Proposals must be submitted by August 3, 2026, following a solicitation posted on July 23, 2026, with no set-aside provisions indicated for small or specialty businesses.