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Prototype Development & Fabrication

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Response Deadline10/01/2026, 06:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Prototype Development and Fabrication, issued by the Department of Defense under the AFRL Rvk agency, focuses on the supply and fabrication of physical prototypes, demos, and experimental hardware for Neutron Star R&D projects. The scope of work includes design for manufacturing, rapid prototyping, material sourcing, and the assembly of experimental systems, culminating in the delivery of a functional demonstration unit or physical prototype. The contract falls under NAICS code 333220 and was posted on September 25, 2025, with a response deadline of October 1, 2026. Due to the nature of the technical data involved, contractors must hold JCP certification to handle export-controlled information.

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DoD subcontract for Neutron Star R&D prototype fabrication requiring JCP certification.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl RvkView Agency

NAICS

333220 - Plastics and Rubber Industry Machinery ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

NM, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA9453-23-R-A004.

The full solicitation package (10 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Neutron Strategic Technology Advanced Research (Neutron-STAR) Advanced Research Announcement (ARA)

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PostedSep 25

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Response DeadlineOct 1

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10/01/2026, 06:00:00 AM UTCin 21 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk

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Supplies and fabricates physical prototypes, demos, and experimental hardware for prime contractors on Neutron Star R&D projects. Performs design for manufacturing, rapid prototyping, material sourcing, and assembly of experimental systems. Requires JCP certification for export-controlled technical data. Delivers a physical prototype or functional demonstration unit.

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