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Thermal and Erosion Testing Services

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract for Thermal and Erosion Testing Services supports Missile Defense Agency rocket motor projects by providing specialized laboratory testing for prime contractors. The scope of work includes conducting thermal conductivity analysis, characterizing erosion rates through sub-scale motor tests, and performing environmental testing for storage at -40C. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for evaluating the adhesion between propellant and insulation and delivering detailed material characterization reports and erosion data. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in alignment with SBIR/STTR mandates. Interested parties must respond by December 2, 2026, to provide these critical technical services for the Department of Defense.

General Info

Small business subcontract for MDA rocket motor thermal and erosion testing by December 2026.

Agency

Department of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of MDA27BZ02-DV007.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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Response Deadline

12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → Missile Defense Agency

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Performs specialized laboratory testing for prime contractors on Missile Defense Agency (MDA) rocket motor projects. Conducts thermal conductivity analysis, erosion rate characterization via sub-scale motor tests, and environmental testing for -40C storage. Evaluates adhesion between insulation and propellant. Delivers comprehensive material characterization reports and erosion data.

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