Manual Machining and Fabrication

The contract requires manual machining, drilling, tapping, and hand fitting of aerospace hardware using traditional tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and hand tools, specifically where CNC automation is not applicable. The work demands precision craftsmanship and a high level of technical skill to produce components that meet stringent aerospace standards without relying on computer-controlled equipment. This is a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designated by the SBA, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid, and the North American Industry Classification System code 332722 identifies the scope as machine shops focused on custom or specialty fabrication. The solicitation was posted on June 22, 2026, with a response deadline of July 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Performance of the work is to take place in Hampton, Virginia, at the NASA Langley Research Center, part of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The contract is specifically tied to NASA’s need for manually fabricated aerospace components, emphasizing the continued critical role of skilled manual operators in advanced manufacturing environments. All work must align with the technical specifications of aerospace hardware production requiring high accuracy and adherence to quality controls without automated methods.