Precision Spring Manufacturing (Helical Compression Spring)

The contract calls for the manufacture and supply of helical compression springs identified by NSN 5340-01-281-7792, requiring strict adherence to military specifications and quality standards to ensure performance and reliability under demanding operational conditions. Delivery of all units must be completed within 43 days after receipt of order, with no flexibility on timing to support critical military readiness schedules. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under a total small business set-aside, exclusively available to businesses certified by the Small Business Administration, ensuring opportunities for qualified small enterprises to participate in defense-grade manufacturing. The NAICS code 332722 confirms the primary industrial classification as Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing, aligning the supplier’s capabilities with the technical demands of the requirement. The solicitation was posted on August 3, 2026, with responses due by August 18, 2026, providing a 15-day window for qualified small businesses to submit proposals. The acquiring entity is the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate under the Department of Defense, indicating this is part of a broader defense acquisition initiative. While no specific point of contact or place of performance details are provided, the procurement is accessible via the DIBBS platform, suggesting electronic submission and management of the process. The set-aside designation reinforces the federal commitment to fostering small business growth within the defense industrial base, while the precision nature of the springs underscores the need for suppliers with proven expertise in high-tolerance metal forming and military compliance.