Aircraft Adjustable Bar Spreader Supply (Kunz P/N 414.47 or Equal)

The contract is for the supply of an adjustable bar spreader, specifically Kunz Part Number 414.47 or an approved equal, designed for integration with aircraft lifting systems. This item is critical for safe and efficient aircraft handling operations and must meet precise engineering and performance standards to ensure compatibility with existing military aircraft maintenance and lifting infrastructure. The requirement is issued as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to compete, reinforcing government efforts to support small business participation in defense contracting. The North American Industry Classification System code 332999 indicates the work falls under other fabricated metal product manufacturing, highlighting the custom, precision nature of the component. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM, indicating a compressed timeline for submission, typical for specialized defense procurement. The contracting activity is listed under FA4661 7 Cons Cd within the Department of Defense, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided. The place of performance is not defined, suggesting flexibility in manufacturing location as long as delivery meets contractual requirements. The item must be fully compliant with all applicable military specifications and quality assurance protocols, even though these are not explicitly listed, given the critical safety function of the spreader in aircraft operations. Submission must demonstrate technical capability, proven reliability, and full compliance with small business certification requirements.