Manufacturing of Light Shield (Electro-Optical Component)

The contract seeks the fabrication and assembly of a military-spec light shield designed as an electro-optical component, requiring full compliance with MIL-STD, AS9003, and ISO 9001 standards to ensure rigorous electro-optical performance and environmental resilience under demanding operational conditions. The work must be performed by a small business under a Total Small Business Set-Aside as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5, with the North American Industry Classification System code 334511 indicating precision manufacturing of optical instruments and lenses. The place of performance is fixed at Tracy, California, with a ZIP code of 95304-5000, and all deliverables must meet stringent quality and testing requirements aligned with defense specifications. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 24, 2026, indicating a short procurement window typical for specialized defense components. This is a subcontract opportunity under the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, and the procurement is accessible through the DIBBS platform at the provided UI link. While no point of contact information is listed, bidders are expected to fully understand the technical and regulatory demands of military-grade electro-optical systems, including thermal, vibration, and humidity resistance, as well as documentation protocols required under AS9003 and ISO 9001. Successful performers must demonstrate proven capability in delivering components that meet exacting defense standards with full traceability and quality assurance.