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Precision Mandrel Design and Fabrication

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The Precision Mandrel Design and Fabrication subcontract involves the engineering and production of reusable or low-cost consumable mandrels for prime contractors supporting Missile Defense Agency rocket motor projects. The primary technical objective is to ensure thrust misalignment remains under one degree by utilizing high-precision machining and specialized release materials, allowing for efficient mandrel removal following insulation lay-up and winding. Deliverables for this effort include physical mandrel prototypes and comprehensive dimensional verification data. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 332710, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in accordance with SBIR/STTR mandates. The project is managed under the Department of Defense for the Missile Defense Agency, with a response deadline set for December 2, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for precision mandrel fabrication for Missile Defense Agency rocket motors.

Agency

Department of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

NAICS

332710 - Machine Shops

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of MDA27BZ02-DV007.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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Response Deadline

12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

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Full Description

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Designs and fabricates reusable or low-cost consumable mandrels for prime contractors on Missile Defense Agency (MDA) rocket motor projects. Engineers mandrels for quick removal after insulation lay-up and winding to ensure thrust misalignment of less than 1 degree. Utilizes high-precision machining and specialized release materials. Delivers physical mandrel prototypes and dimensional verification data.

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