Structural Design of Range Tube System

Texas A&M University System is seeking a subcontractor to design and fabricate standardized 14.6-meter steel range tube sections intended for use in advanced hypersonic and ballistic testing infrastructure. The tubes must include integrated expansion and test sections, spaced approximately 300 degrees apart to accommodate precise experimental configurations and dynamic load conditions. The work requires high-precision engineering to ensure structural integrity under extreme thermal and pressure loads typical of hypersonic flight testing environments. The contract is classified under NAICS code 332312, indicating a focus on metal forging and stamping, and demands compliance with rigorous materials and dimensional specifications. Proposals must be submitted by September 1, 2026, with the project expected to support long-term national defense and aerospace research efforts. The place of performance and detailed reporting requirements are not publicly specified, but performance will likely necessitate close coordination with Texas A&M’s test facility personnel to ensure seamless integration into the existing range system.