Manufacturing of Critical Aircraft Structural Fitting

The contract requires the precision manufacturing of a critical aircraft structural fitting identified by Sikorsky part number 70219-85202-042 and NSN 1560015000235, adhering strictly to all Sikorsky design specifications, source approval protocols, and quality assurance standards. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, managed by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION, with performance mandated at Cherry Point, North Carolina, ZIP 28533-5040. The work must meet exacting aerospace requirements to ensure airworthiness, safety, and compatibility within the intended aircraft system. All production processes, materials, inspections, and documentation must align with Sikorsky’s approved procedures and undergo rigorous verification prior to delivery. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 332996 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing. There is no specified set-aside type, meaning all eligible manufacturers may respond, though compliance with technical, quality, and security requirements is non-negotiable. The contract emphasizes traceability, control of sourced materials, and certification of conformance to military and aerospace norms. Failure to meet any compliance point may result in rejection of the bid or subsequent non-compliance penalties. The procurement is part of a broader effort to sustain critical components within the military aviation supply chain, and only qualified suppliers with validated manufacturing capabilities and prior experience in defense aerospace components are expected to respond.