Precision Metal Casting and Machining of Copper-Nickel Fittings

The contract involves the manufacture of 63 precision copper-nickel pipe elbows composed of a 70-30 copper-nickel alloy, each featuring a 45-degree flow angle and a 2-inch nominal pipe size with socket-weld ends. The work encompasses the full manufacturing process including casting, precision machining to meet military specifications, and final finishing to ensure dimensional accuracy and surface integrity. All components must conform to stringent quality standards required for high-performance fluid handling systems in defense applications, with production centered around the specified place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under a 17070-5002 zip code. The offering is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 332111, reflecting its classification within the forged and stamped metal product manufacturing sector, and is issued by the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of August 20, 2026, with the solicitation posted on August 9, 2026, providing a 11-day window for qualified manufacturers to respond. The requirement is part of a broader defense supply initiative intended to secure critical components for mission-critical fluid systems, necessitating adherence to exacting engineering criteria and traceable manufacturing processes. While no set-aside type is specified, interested parties must be prepared to demonstrate capability in producing military-grade metal components, with the contract award expected to support ongoing operations within the Department of Defense's infrastructure. Access to full solicitation details is available through the official DIBBS portal using the provided link.