Aviation-Grade Rigging and Attachment Hardware Supply

The contract requires the supply of aviation-grade rigging and attachment hardware designed to securely mount oversized flags onto an MH-53 helicopter while adhering to Marine Corps Instrument Flight Rules standards to eliminate the risk of rotor entanglement. The hardware must be precision-engineered to withstand extreme operational conditions, ensuring structural integrity and flight safety under high-stress environments typical of military aviation. All components must meet or exceed stringent aerospace specifications for materials, load capacity, and durability. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, meaning eligibility is restricted to small business concerns as defined by the Small Business Administration. The NAICS code 332996 indicates the work falls under other fabricated metal product manufacturing, highlighting the specialized, non-standard nature of the hardware fabrication. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with the solicitation posted on May 1, 2026. Performance is expected to support operations under the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, part of the Department of Defense, with no specific location designated for delivery or execution.