Precision Machining and Fabrication of Inspection Tooling

This contract involves the manufacturing of the F/A-18 Flight Control Surface Freeplay Inspection Set, identified by part number 3867AS1645-1, which must be produced according to US Navy-approved technical data package (TDP). The scope covers precision machining, assembly, inspection, and packaging, utilizing aerospace-grade materials to ensure compliance with stringent military standards. The contract is a subcontract with a total small business set-aside designation, ensuring that only small businesses may compete under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 19.5 guidelines. Awarded under the Department of Defense’s Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, this work aligns with the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 332721, which pertains to precision machining. The solicitation was posted on June 11, 2026, with a response deadline set for July 6, 2026. Although the detailed location of performance and points of contact are not specified, the contract requires adherence to detailed manufacturing processes to support naval aviation inspection tooling needs.