Aerospace Component Manufacturing – Arresting Hook Assembly

The contract entails the manufacture of aerospace arresting hook components designated by NSN 4240-01-656-8395, produced in strict compliance with DLA RA001 specifications, stable base drawings, and MIL-STD-1916 quality standards. The work must be completed to ensure full readiness for government First Article Testing conducted at Hill AFB, Utah, with the final product meeting all technical and quality benchmarks required for military aerospace applications. The subcontract is classified under NAICS code 336413, indicating specialized manufacturing within the aerospace and defense sector, and is issued by the Department of Defense’s ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with a response deadline of August 5, 2026, providing suppliers a limited window to submit proposals. Performance is specifically tied to Hill AFB, with the location of final inspection and testing fixed at that facility. The contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it will be awarded to a supplier supporting a prime contractor or broader defense production effort. While no set-aside designation or point of contact is provided, the detailed technical requirements and military standards imply a high-barrier entry for qualified manufacturers with proven experience in defense-critical components.