Defense-Grade Component Supply (Sub-tier Materials)

The contract seeks the supply of raw materials and sub-components essential for the manufacture of rotary switches, with strict adherence to military specifications. All materials, including contacts, insulators, and housing, must be manufactured without the use of mercury or any ozone-depleting substances, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards mandated for defense applications. The procurement is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 335999, targeting vendors capable of delivering certified, high-reliability components that meet rigorous military performance and material integrity requirements. The solicitation was posted on August 2, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026, and the place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania with ZIP code 17070-5002. The contract is administered by the Nuclear Reactor Program under the Department of Defense, indicating its critical role in defense-related systems where material purity and reliability are non-negotiable. Although no set-aside criteria or point of contact information is provided, the technical demands and environmental restrictions suggest a highly specialized supplier base is required, and all offerings must demonstrably align with the prohibited substance mandates and defense-grade quality benchmarks.