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High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Steel Manufacturing (QHSTEEL)

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The contract titled High-Strength Quenched & Tempered Steel Manufacturing (QHSTEEL) seeks the supply of high-strength steel bars in Grades 52100, A2, A9, L6, and S7, each requiring specialized quenching and tempering processes to achieve enhanced strength, toughness, and wear resistance. These materials must meet identical quality standards as DUSTEEL, ensuring consistent performance in high-demand applications. The production process must adhere to precise metallurgical controls to meet dimensional, mechanical, and metallurgical specifications without deviation. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 331222 for Steel Wire Drawing and Related Products and is targeted for performance in Washington, D.C., with a response deadline of July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract is managed by the US Mint Headquarters under the Department of the Treasury, indicating the steel will serve critical government purposes, likely tied to minting, security, or precision tooling. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability in advanced heat treatment, strict quality assurance protocols, and compliance with the same benchmarks as DUSTEEL-grade material, with no flexibility in material specifications or processing standards.

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Supply high-strength steel bars Grades 52100, A2, A9, L6, S7 to DUSTEEL standards for US Mint in Washington, D.C.

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Department Of The Treasury → US Mint HeadquartersView Agency

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331222 - Steel Wire DrawingView NAICS

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Washington, DC, 20001, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of The Treasury → US Mint Headquarters
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Supply of quenched and tempered high-strength steel bars (Grades 52100, A2, A9, L6, S7) requiring specialized heat treatment for enhanced strength and wear resistance, with identical quality standards as DUSTEEL.

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