Manufacturing of Instruction Plates (NSN 9905-01-436-8526)

The contract calls for the fabrication and delivery of six engraved metal instruction plates designed to meet rigorous military standards for labeling, marking, and hazardous material communication, identified by NSN 9905-01-436-8526. These plates must be manufactured to exacting specifications to ensure durability, legibility, and compliance with DoD requirements for use in operational and storage environments. The work falls under NAICS code 332322, indicating it involves the manufacture of fabricated metal products, and is structured as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense. Performance is to be conducted with the place of performance listed as FPO, ZIP 96694, indicating delivery to a military postal address, likely for overseas or expeditionary use. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline set for August 10, 2026, allowing potential vendors a limited window to submit proposals. No set-aside designation is specified, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified contractors without preference for small businesses or other categories. The contract does not include a designated point of contact, implying that all inquiries must be directed through the official DIBBS portal linked in the posting. Compliance with military labeling protocols, precise engraving quality, and adherence to hazardous material communication standards are critical to acceptance, making technical capability and track record in defense-grade manufacturing essential for bidders.