Specialty Polymer/Composite Patch Manufacturing – Anti-Abrasion Patches

The contract calls for the production of 18 specialized anti-abrasion patches designated as P/N 6237869-001, engineered using advanced polymer or composite materials to withstand extreme wear conditions in high-stress defense environments. These patches are intended for mission-critical applications requiring superior durability, resistance to friction, and long-term performance under harsh operational conditions. The work must be executed by a small business as this is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, ensuring exclusive eligibility for small businesses as defined by the SBA. The NAICS code 326199 confirms the scope involves other plastic product manufacturing, aligning with the custom fabrication of non-standard composite components. The contract was posted on July 23, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM, indicating a limited two-week window for proposals. Performance will take place at or near Crane, Indiana, with a zip code of 47522, suggesting the work is closely tied to defense infrastructure in that region. The contracting entity is the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division under the Department of Defense, underscoring the military nature and technical rigor of the requirement. While no point of contact is listed, interested parties must submit proposals through the SAM.gov portal to be considered under this subcontract opportunity.