Supply of Raw Materials and Cadmium Plating Services

The contract requires the supply of raw 3 16 inch outer diameter steel tubing and/or cadmium plating services as a toll processor for fabricated elbows, all to meet SAE AS4842 specifications. This subcontract involves precise material handling and coating processes to ensure components comply with military and aerospace standards for durability, corrosion resistance, and dimensional integrity. The work must be performed at the designated place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, and the contract is issued under the NAICS code 332813, which classifies it under metal coating, engraving, and related services. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for qualified vendors to submit proposals. The contracting entity is the Fluid Handling Division within the Department of Defense, suggesting the components are intended for critical defense or aerospace applications. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible subcontractors regardless of business size or status. Vendors must be prepared to demonstrate capability in material sourcing, precision fabrication, and certified cadmium plating operations to meet the rigorous technical requirements outlined by SAE AS4842.