Tooling Design and Fabrication for Casting/Forging

The contract entails the design and fabrication of specialized casting and forging tooling specifically for aircraft seal components, requiring precision engineering to meet stringent aerospace standards. Work will be executed under a subcontract arrangement with coordination managed through the Defense Logistics Agency’s supply chain teams to ensure alignment with military procurement protocols and logistical timelines. The North American Industry Classification System code 332312 indicates the scope falls under forging and stamping, emphasizing manufacturing capabilities in metal forming processes critical to defense aviation systems. All activities must adhere to DLA supply chain directives, ensuring seamless integration with existing inventory, material flow, and delivery schedules for defense-grade components. While specific performance locations and contact details are not provided, the effort is directly tied to national defense objectives under the Department of Defense, with the contract solicitation dated for issuance in 2026 and accessible through the DIBBS system. The nature of the work demands verified expertise in high-integrity tooling production for mission-critical aircraft systems, with no set-aside provisions indicated, leaving the field open to qualified industrial subcontractors with demonstrated capability in aerospace forging and casting tool development.