Hydraulically Actuated Level Winder Assembly

The contract seeks the fabrication and installation of a hydraulically actuated level winder designed to ensure even spooling of the boom on a reel, with all components constructed from corrosion-resistant, galvanized materials to withstand demanding environmental conditions. The system must meet precise engineering standards to guarantee reliable performance under operational loads, with attention to durability, precision alignment, and seamless integration with existing equipment. All work shall be performed at Charleston AFB, South Carolina, 29404, and the supplier must comply with strict quality control requirements for marine and heavy-duty industrial applications. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, classified under NAICS code 332999 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing, and is issued as a subcontract by the Department of Defense through the FA4418 628 Cons Pk office. Responses are due by July 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with the opportunity posted on July 21, 2026. Only small businesses certified under SBA guidelines are eligible to bid, and proposers must demonstrate proven capability in designing and installing hydraulic mechanical systems with corrosion-resistant materials in defense or industrial contexts. Successful bidders will be required to meet all technical specifications without reliance on proprietary components that limit maintenance or interoperability.