The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a HANDLE, part number 5189A5, from qualified small businesses. The procurement requires adherence to specific material and physical standards, including compliance with various military specifications for marking and quality assurance. This contract is crucial for ensuring the availability of hardware components necessary for defense operations, with a delivery timeline of 90 days post-award. Interested vendors should contact Amanda Hayward at 717-605-5834 or via email at amanda.r.hayward.civ@us.navy.mil for further details and to submit proposals, as this opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses.