Domestic Source Verification for Specialty Metals

This contract requires strict adherence to DFARS specialty metals requirements, mandating verification of the origin of all metals used in components to ensure they originate from qualified domestic sources. The contractor must implement robust processes to track and document the sourcing of specialty metals, maintain comprehensive records for auditing purposes, and be prepared to support government audits at any time. Compliance is non-negotiable and forms the core obligation of the subcontract, with failure to meet these standards potentially resulting in contract violation or termination. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, limiting eligibility to small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 541611 for management, scientific, and technical consulting services. It is issued by the NASA Shared Services Center on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, with a response deadline of July 28, 2026, and a posting date of July 21, 2026. The place of performance and specific office location are not specified, but the work involves supporting NASA’s compliance obligations through diligent recordkeeping and supply chain transparency.