Combat Knife Manufacturing and Assembly

The contract awards the full production of 1,659 combat knives to a qualified manufacturer, encompassing every stage of fabrication from forging and heat treatment to handle assembly and rigorous quality inspection, all aligned with strict military specifications. The scope demands precision and adherence to defense-grade standards, ensuring durability, reliability, and performance under extreme operational conditions. Production must be completed in compliance with the NAICS code 332215, which classifies the manufacturing of cutlery and handtools, and is issued under the Department of Defense through the Defense Logistics Agency. The contract is structured as a subcontract with no set-aside provisions, indicating it is open to general competitive bidding without preference based on small business or other classifications. It was posted on July 16, 2026, and the designated place of performance and organizational details remain unspecified in the available data. The official contract record can be accessed through the DIBBS system using the provided award and delivery identifiers, serving as the primary reference for compliance, delivery, and payment terms. All deliverables must meet or exceed the technical and quality benchmarks required by the military to ensure operational readiness.