Aerospace Component Manufacturing – Aircraft Skin Fabrication

The contract calls for the manufacture of 16 units of aircraft skin identified by NSN 1560017309455, fabricated in strict compliance with military specifications that include configuration control and critical application requirements to ensure structural integrity and operational reliability. All units must meet exacting quality and performance standards applicable to aerospace defense systems, with adherence to strict design documentation and traceability protocols throughout production. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 336413 for aircraft manufacturing. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, indicating the physical location where the fabrication and delivery must occur. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline set for July 31, 2026, giving interested parties a seven-day window to submit proposals. The contract is administered by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV within the Department of Defense, though no specific point of contact is listed. All submissions must be made through the official DIBBS platform via the provided UI link. The requirement emphasizes small business participation, aiming to support defense industry capacity building among qualified small manufacturers while ensuring the timely and precise delivery of mission-critical aircraft components.