High-Carbon Tool Steel Blade Manufacturing

The contract calls for the manufacture of ceremonial sword blades using high-carbon tool steel, with precise specifications requiring hardening to a Rockwell C 48–53 hardness range, followed by chromium plating and a high-gloss polished finish free of defects. The work must meet strict quality standards to ensure both durability and aesthetic precision, suitable for ceremonial use. All production must comply with the NAICS code 332215, which pertains to forged and stamped metal product manufacturing, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, restricting eligibility exclusively to small businesses. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, by 8:59 p.m. EST. Performance will be carried out at a location with ZIP code 06320, though no specific city or state is outlined. The contracting agency is the Department of Homeland Security under the Hq Contract Operations (CG-912) office. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract and remains open for small business proposals only, with no point of contact details provided in the public data. Interested parties must submit responses through the SAM.gov portal before the deadline to be considered.