Manufacture and Supply of Ether-Based Starting Aid Fluid

The contract seeks the manufacture and supply of an ether-based starting aid fluid designed to meet stringent military and hazardous materials standards, requiring precise chemical formulation, secure packaging, accurate labeling, and full compliance with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements. The product must align with operational needs in defense contexts, ensuring reliability and safety during use under extreme conditions. All aspects of production, from ingredient sourcing to final packaging, must adhere to federal hazardous materials regulations and military specifications to guarantee performance and regulatory alignment. This is a total small business set-aside subcontract under the NAICS code 325193, indicating it is reserved exclusively for small business concerns as defined by the Small Business Administration. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, and is managed by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense. The place of performance and specific delivery locations are not detailed, but fulfillment will require adherence to transportation and handling protocols for hazardous substances. Interested parties must respond through the DIBBS portal before the deadline to be considered for award.