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High-Temperature Structural Components & Test Article Fabrication

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Response Deadline04/02/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract involves the fabrication of specialized materials and structural components for prime contractors supporting Air Force Office of Scientific Research and Air Force Research Laboratory projects. The scope of work focuses on machining high-temperature alloys and composite materials to precise research specifications, including the integration of sensors into structural test components. To achieve these goals, the contractor will utilize precision CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and vacuum furnaces to deliver final physical test articles. Strict adherence to AFRL engineering standards is required, and all materials must be accompanied by proper certification through mill test reports. This effort falls under NAICS code 332710 and is managed under the Department of Defense. Interested parties should note the response deadline of April 2, 2027.

General Info

Fabrication of specialized Air Force materials and components due by April 2, 2027.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Air Force Office Of Scientific Research

NAICS

332710 - Machine Shops

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA955027S0001.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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AFRL/AFOSR Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 University Center for High-Speed Aerothermoelasticity

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PostedOct 29

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Response DeadlineApr 2

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04/02/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 5 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Air Force Office Of Scientific Research

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Air Force Office Of Scientific Research

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Fabricates specialized materials and structural components for prime contractors on AFOSR/AFRL research projects. Machines high-temperature alloys and composite materials to research specifications and integrates sensors into structural test components. Utilizes precision CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and vacuum furnaces. Requires material certification (Mill test reports) and adherence to AFRL engineering standards. Delivers physical test articles.

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