Case Manufacturing

The Defense Microelectronics Activity seeks quotes for design, fabrication, and delivery of stamped metal components (Case Manufacturing) for PCMCIA enclosures used in F-22, C-130, C-5 aircraft, and data cards, with quotes due August 7 at 1400 hours Pacific Standard Time. The procurement is a total small business set-aside issued under R-FAR Part 12 for commercial items.

Place of performance is McClellan Park, California. The contractor shall design and fabricate stamping dies for two distinct sides (Side A and Side B) in accordance with government-furnished 3D models, produce 60,000 production units for each side, deliver a minimum of three first article samples per side, and provide all shipping. The government will retain ownership of completed tooling. Dimensional tolerances of 0.10 millimeter apply to all stamped and formed features. First article documentation consists of material certifications and dimensional inspection reports only. Initial delivery is expected at 1,000–2,000 units following first article review completion, with the government retaining flexibility on the remaining production schedule. Technical Interchange Meetings are required: a design review before tooling finalization and a first article inspection review after material delivery.

The contract structure consists of seven line items: three first article units each for Side A and Side B, design and fabrication of one stamping die each for both sides, delivery of 60,000 production units for each side, and shipping as a lump sum. The contract will be awarded as firm-fixed-price with all-inclusive unit pricing. Evaluation criteria are quality of product and price, with award to the responsible offeror providing best value. Quotes must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Clifton Bullock using contractor-generated forms. The NAICS code is 333517, Machine Tool Manufacturing, and the PSC code is 3465, Production Jigs, Fixtures, and Templates. A surface finish specification requires dull finish on raw materials, though the government will consider alternative mill finishes achieving the same or similar appearance without visible scuffs, scratches, or mill marks.