Manufacture and Supply of Combat Knives

The contract requires the full manufacturing, packaging, and delivery of 57 combat knives in strict accordance with military specifications, ensuring each unit meets established defense standards for performance, durability, and functionality. All items must be packaged in full compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E, which dictates standardized procedures for protective packaging, labeling, and documentation to ensure operational readiness and logistics compatibility. Delivery is specified under FOB origin terms, meaning responsibility and risk transfer to the buyer once the knives leave the manufacturer’s facility, and the vendor must ensure timely and accurate shipment documentation to meet contractual obligations. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332994, indicating it falls under Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing, and is being managed by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense. The opportunity was posted on July 15, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 20, 2026, suggesting a highly time-sensitive procurement process. Although no specific set-aside status or point of contact is listed, the contract is accessible through the DIBBS platform, implying it is open to qualified military suppliers seeking to fulfill specialized defense requirements under a formal subcontracting arrangement.