Supply of Expanded Cellulose Core Material (Honeycomb Design)

The contract seeks the supply of precision expanded cellulose core material in a hexagonal honeycomb configuration, featuring a 1/8-inch cell size and a density of 4.5 lbs/ft³, specifically for use in defense or aerospace composite applications. The material must meet exacting technical specifications to ensure compatibility with high-performance composite structures, emphasizing structural integrity, lightweight properties, and compliance with industry standards for critical aerospace and defense systems. Performance, consistency, and quality control are paramount, given the mission-critical nature of end-use applications. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA program, classified under NAICS code 326199, and is being procured by the Department of Defense through its San Diego office. The opportunity is open for responses until July 30, 2026, with the performance location specified as San Diego, California, 92136-3581. The procurement is exclusively reserved for small businesses, ensuring that qualifying entities have the opportunity to compete for this specialized contract. Interested parties must submit technical and commercial proposals by the deadline to be considered, and all materials provided must align with the required specifications for use in high-reliability defense and aerospace platforms.