First Article Production – Side A

The contract requires the manufacture and delivery of three first article units for Side A using a newly developed stamping die, with all units subject to government inspection at the designated delivery location. The work must comply with strict quality and specification requirements to ensure acceptance upon arrival, and failure to pass inspection could result in rejection or rework at the contractor’s expense. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a federal commitment to supporting veteran-owned enterprises, and is classified under NAICS code 332812, which pertains to metal stamping operations. Performance of the contract is based at the specified location in Linda, California, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026, and the posting date was July 21, 2026. The awarding agency is the Defense Microelectronics Activity under the Department of Defense, indicating the sensitive and mission-critical nature of the components being produced. The contractor must be prepared to meet all technical, logistical, and regulatory standards associated with defense-related manufacturing, including potential documentation and traceability requirements, even though specific points of contact or detailed technical specifications are not provided in the available data.