Supply of Raw Materials for Wire-Wound Resistors

The contract is for the supply of military-grade raw materials essential to the production of wire-wound resistors, including nichrome resistance wire, ceramic cores, terminals, and insulating materials, all of which must meet stringent defense standards for performance and reliability. These components are critical for applications in harsh environments and are intended for integration into defense systems requiring high-stability resistive elements. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 331492, indicating a focus on other fabricated wire products. Performance of the contract is to occur at APO, 09309-9998, a designated military address, ensuring logistical coordination with defense operations. The opportunity closed for responses on August 13, 2026, following an posting date of August 2, 2026, providing a twelve-day window for qualified suppliers to submit proposals. The contract is not subject to any specific set-aside classifications and is open to any eligible subcontractor capable of meeting the technical and quality specifications for military-grade materials. Suppliers must ensure full compliance with defense supply chain requirements, including material traceability, quality assurance protocols, and potential export control considerations, as the delivered goods are classified for military use. The solicitation is accessible via the DIBBS portal under reference number SPE7M026T025W, and all submissions must align with the technical, delivery, and certification parameters defined by the Department of Defense.