Additive Manufacturing for Defense Components

The contract requires the delivery of qualified 3D-printed metal components intended for defense applications, with strict adherence to engineering standards and rigorous quality control protocols. All components must be manufactured using additive manufacturing processes that ensure full material traceability from raw feedstock to finished part, including documented lot numbers, batch records, and certification of material composition. First article testing is mandatory for each new design or production change, ensuring dimensional accuracy, mechanical properties, and structural integrity meet defense specifications. The work must comply with applicable military and industry standards, and all processes must be auditable to support supply chain transparency and national security requirements. The contract is a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support organization, with performance required at the facility located in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, zip code 17070-5002. The NAICS code 332994 indicates the work falls under Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing, specifically targeting advanced manufacturing capabilities. The solicitation was posted on July 14, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 27, 2026. Contractors must demonstrate proven experience in producing defense-grade metal parts via additive manufacturing and be prepared to provide detailed documentation for inspection and verification throughout the production lifecycle.