NDT Procedure Development and Approval

The contract is for the development and government approval of a formal ultrasonic nondestructive testing procedure tailored to meet stringent aerospace and Defense Logistics Agency requirements. This effort is specifically scoped to create a standardized, validated inspection method that ensures compliance with industry and military standards for material integrity and safety. The work must be performed by a small business, as this is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, and is classified under NAICS code 541380, indicating it falls within the engineering services sector. The performance location is designated as Kittery, Maine, with a zip code of 03904, and the contract is being managed by DLA Maritime in Portsmouth under the broader Department of Defense. The solicitation has a response deadline of May 12, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, with the opportunity posted on April 29, 2026, indicating a narrow ten-day window for proposal submission. The contract type is a subcontract, suggesting the primary contractor may be integrating this NDT procedure into a larger program or system, requiring seamless alignment with existing protocols. The absence of specified point of contact and location details in the agency address implies the primary interaction will be handled through formal channels or via the SAM.gov portal link provided. Successful offerors will be expected to deliver a fully documented, approved procedure capable of being implemented across aerospace and defense supply chains, with a strong emphasis on traceability, repeatability, and regulatory compliance with DLA and FAA or equivalent aerospace authorities.