Precision Fastener Manufacturing for ALRE Systems

The contract entails the manufacture and supply of a specialized bolt designated by NSN 5306-01-111-6010, intended for use in Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment systems aboard naval vessels. Each component must be produced to exacting military standards, with full traceability from raw material to final assembly, including individual serialization to ensure identity, quality control, and lifecycle tracking. Compliance with all applicable defense specifications is mandatory, and the product must meet stringent performance and durability criteria essential for operational safety in high-stress maritime environments. The work is to be performed in San Diego, California, with a strict deadline for responses by August 3, 2026. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside authority, exclusively available to businesses certified as small under NAICS code 332722, which covers Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Defense under the Nuclear Reactor Program, reflecting the critical nature of the component in defense systems. Bidders must demonstrate capacity to handle serialized production, rigorous documentation, and adherence to federal military supply protocols. The contract is accessible through the DIBBS portal, and prospective contractors should prepare detailed technical and compliance documentation alongside cost proposals to meet the agency’s readiness and accountability requirements.