EMP-Hardened Enclosure and Physical Security Manufacturing

The contract involves the design and manufacture of ruggedized enclosures that provide electromagnetic pulse (EMP) protection and tamper resistance for housing 5G and edge computing systems deployed in field environments. These specialized enclosures are intended to ensure the physical security and operational reliability of sensitive communication and computing equipment under harsh conditions. The procurement is structured as a subcontract set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program, adhering to NAICS code 332312, which relates to fabricated structural metal manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with a response deadline on May 7, 2026. The contract is commissioned by the Department of Defense through the W6QM Micc-fdo office at Fort Hood, Texas, which is also the primary location for contract performance. The contract addresses a critical need for secure and resilient infrastructure to support advanced defense communications technology in operational theaters.