Interface Plate Fabrication and Machining

The contract calls for the custom design and precision machining of interface plates or adapters to enable the integration of a new load cell with existing MTS hardware without requiring any modifications to the original equipment. This work demands high accuracy and adherence to strict dimensional tolerances to ensure seamless compatibility, structural integrity, and performance equivalence within the testing system. The fabrication must satisfy technical specifications derived from the existing hardware configuration while allowing for the installation of the new load cell without altering the foundational MTS components. The contract is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 332721, indicating it involves precision machining services. It is issued by the FDA Office of Acquisition and Grant Services under the Department of Health and Human Services, with performance required at a location in Silver Spring, Maryland, zip code 20993. The opportunity was posted on July 1, 2026, with a response deadline of July 8, 2026, providing a one-week window for submissions. The effort is focused on achieving a reliable, non-invasive upgrade path for load cell systems used in biomedical or materials testing applications, prioritizing compatibility, reproducibility, and minimal disruption to established test protocols.