Qualified Manufacturer of Aerospace Sealing Compound (Type 1, Class B-1/2, Gray)

The contract requires the manufacture and supply of an aerospace-grade sealing compound meeting the stringent specifications of SAE AMS 3281E Revision E, Type 1, Class B-1/2, in gray color, with full compliance to shelf-life requirements and inclusion on the Defense Logistics Agency’s Qualified Products List. The product must be packaged in 6-ounce units with a separate catalyst to ensure proper application and performance in mission-critical aerospace environments. Manufacturing must adhere to all quality and traceability standards expected by the Department of Defense, and the supplier must be qualified to produce materials listed under the DLA QPL for this exact specification. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under NAICS code 325510, with performance required at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska, identified by zip code 99506-4406. The solicitation opened on July 9, 2026, and responses are due by July 15, 2026, indicating a short but critical compliance window. Suppliers must demonstrate proven capability to consistently deliver certified sealing compound that meets the technical, packaging, and logistical requirements outlined in the specification, ensuring readiness for defense and aerospace applications without interruption or deviation.