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High-Temperature Thermal Processing Services

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for High-Temperature Thermal Processing Services supports U.S. Air Force preceramic polymer projects by converting polymers into ceramics through controlled pyrolysis. The selected provider will utilize specialized ultra-high temperature furnace equipment to operate in vacuum or inert atmospheres, ensuring precise control over ramp rates to deliver high-quality pyrolyzed ceramic samples to prime contractors. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 327993, specifically adhering to SBIR/STTR mandates for companies with fewer than 500 employees. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 25, 2026, to provide these critical technical services for the U.S. Department of Defense.

General Info

Small business subcontract for USAF high-temperature thermal processing services due November 25, 2026.

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

NAICS

327993 - Mineral Wool Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DAF27BZ01-DV009.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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US Production of Ultra-High Temperature Ceramic-Yielding Preceramic Polymers

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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Response Deadline

11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

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Organization / AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

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Performs conversion of preceramic polymers into ceramics via controlled pyrolysis for prime contractors on US Air Force preceramic polymer projects. Operates high-temperature vacuum or inert-atmosphere furnaces to heat polymers to ultra-high temperatures while controlling ramp rates. Requires specialized UHT furnace equipment. Delivers pyrolyzed ceramic samples.

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