Precision Hydraulic Tubing Manufacturing

The contract entails the manufacture of seamless cold-worked stainless steel hydraulic tubing in SAE AMS-T-6845 specification, specifically S30400 grade, with a 5/8 inch outer diameter and a 0.058 inch wall thickness. The tubing will be supplied in random lengths ranging from 5 to 20 feet and is intended for use in hydraulic systems aboard KC-135 aircraft. Production must adhere strictly to the technical and quality requirements outlined in the aerospace material specification, ensuring dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and mechanical properties suitable for high-performance military aviation applications. All fabrication processes must maintain material integrity and traceability to meet defense-related standards. This is a subcontract awarded under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, with NAICS code 331210 indicating the primary industry classification as metal heat treating and coating. The contract was posted on July 13, 2026, and performance is expected to support critical aircraft maintenance and operational readiness. While specific delivery locations and points of contact are not detailed, the work is tied to defense infrastructure and must comply with federal acquisition and defense supply chain protocols. The absence of set-aside provisions signals an open competition environment for qualified manufacturers meeting the technical and regulatory criteria.