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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on April 24, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Seat Cushion and Backrest Manufacturing

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NAICS: 316999
DIBBS
Manufacturing of Self-Inflating Sleeping MatsThe contract encompasses the full-scale manufacturing of military-grade self-inflating sleeping mats compliant with NSN 8465-01-393-6515, covering all stages from material procurement and fabrication to rigorous quality control, secure packaging, and timely delivery. The work is executed under a subcontract arrangement authorized by the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense, adhering to the NAICS code 316999 for other textile product mills, ensuring production meets exacting defense standards. All components and processes must satisfy military specifications to guarantee durability, reliability, and performance in operational environments. Delivery is to be completed under contract number SPE1C126F1904, with performance expected to align with the Defense Logistics Agency's supply chain requirements. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification or place of performance, indicating potential flexibility in manufacturing location, though all units must be traceable and certified to the designated NSN. The solicitation was posted in August 2026, suggesting this is a future-oriented procurement designed to replenish or expand inventory of essential field equipment. The successful subcontractor is expected to demonstrate proven capacity in high-volume defense manufacturing, strict compliance with quality assurance protocols, and the ability to synchronize logistics for assured wartime readiness.
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

about 1 month ago

DEADLINE

N/A

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The contract entails the fabrication of custom seat cushions and backrests designed specifically for ejection seats, requiring the use of specialized flame-resistant and impact-absorbing materials to meet stringent safety and performance standards. The work must be performed to precise technical specifications to ensure compatibility with military aircraft ejection systems, prioritizing durability, thermal protection, and energy dispersion under extreme conditions. The manufacturing process will involve material selection, molding, assembly, and rigorous quality control to validate compliance with operational requirements. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 316999, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026, and is managed by DLA Aviation under the Department of Defense. Performance is required at a facility located in Richmond, Virginia, with a zip code of 23237. Although the solicitation number and point of contact are not provided, the opportunity is hosted on the SAM.gov platform, indicating it is a federal procurement avenue open to qualified subcontractors capable of fulfilling the technical and regulatory demands of defense-related aerospace components.

General Info

Manufacture flame-resistant, impact-absorbing custom seat cushions for military ejection seats, Defense subcontract.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DLA AviationView Agency

NAICS

316999 - All Other Leather Good and Allied Product ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA, 23237, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4AX-16-D-9412.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment

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PhaseClosed
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Deadline has passed

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA Aviation
ContactsNo contacts available
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Department Of Defense → DLA Aviation
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Fabrication of custom seat cushions and backrests for ejection seats using flame-resistant and impact-absorbing materials.

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