Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) Blanket Fabrication

The contract entails the full-cycle fabrication of multi-layer insulation blankets specifically for Fermilab’s SSR2 CMS project, encompassing every phase from material procurement and precise layer assembly to rigorous quality inspections and final delivery. All work must adhere to strict technical specifications to ensure thermal performance and reliability in the project’s demanding environment, with quality control procedures applied at each stage to meet aerospace-grade standards. The contractor is responsible for sourcing certified materials, assembling the MLI layers with exacting tolerances, conducting non-destructive and functional inspections, and ensuring complete compliance with project requirements before shipment. Delivery is to be made under DDP Incoterms 2020, meaning the vendor must assume all costs, risks, and responsibilities for transporting the blankets to the designated place of performance in Batavia, including export clearance, customs duties, and inland freight. The contract is classified under NAICS code 332710, indicating it involves metal forging and stamping, and is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Energy’s oversight through Fermilab. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, and the work location is firmly established at Fermilab’s facility in Batavia, with no set-aside provisions indicating open competition among qualified suppliers.