The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), is soliciting proposals for the re-plating and stripping of government-furnished hardware, specifically Cartridge Retainers, Firing Pin Housings, Caps, and Initiator Chambers, which are classified as Aviation Critical Safety Items. The procurement requires adherence to stringent specifications, including cadmium plating standards, precise cleaning protocols, and compliance with quality control measures such as ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025. Interested vendors must ensure they are certified under the United States/Canada Joint Certification Program to access technical drawings and must submit their quotes by January 9, 2026, with all proposals evaluated on a lowest price technically acceptable basis. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Francine Keys at francine.keys@navy.mil or Marlene Ridgell at marlene.ridgell@navy.mil.