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Specialized Metal Casting or Forging Supply

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The contract involves the supply of raw or semi-finished valve body housings that are either forged or cast, with stringent requirements for high-pressure integrity and material traceability. These components must meet specific defense standards, ensuring reliability and quality suitable for military applications. The procurement is managed by DLA Aviation under the Department of Defense, emphasizing the strategic importance of the materials and the critical nature of compliance with rigorous specifications. Performance of the contract is expected to take place in Richmond, with a focus on providing specialized metal castings or forgings classified under the NAICS code 331523. As a subcontract opportunity posted in early November 2025, this contract does not specify a set-aside type, indicating it may be open to a broader supplier base capable of meeting the demanding technical and quality assurance requirements essential for defense-related manufacturing.

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Supply of forged or cast valve housings meeting defense standards for DLA Aviation, Richmond.

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Department Of Defense → DLA AviationView Agency

NAICS

331523 - Nonferrous Metal Die-Casting FoundriesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Richmond, VA, 23237, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA Aviation
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Supply of raw or semi-finished forged or cast valve body housings requiring high-pressure integrity, material traceability, and compliance with defense standards.

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