BAR,METAL
This is a procurement for special emphasis, Level I/SUBSAFE alloy steel and stainless steel bolting materials (specifically ASTM-A193 Grade B16 bar) for a crucial shipboard system, where failure could result in serious injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship. The contractor must manufacture bars to precise specifications, including magnetic particle inspection, and provide extensive certifications and traceability. The contractor must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and is subject to government quality assurance at destination. The requirement is set aside for small businesses and carries a DPAS national defense priority rating.