High Temperature Controlled Atmosphere Furnace Suite

This contract awards a firm‑fixed‑price purchase order to Materials Research Furnaces LLC for a high‑temperature, controlled‑atmosphere furnace suite supporting the Naval Air Weapons Center’s metal and ceramic composite research. The furnaces will be used for heat‑treating test articles and prototype parts, enabling advanced material development for aerospace and defense applications. The award is set‑aside for small businesses and was issued by the U.S. Navy’s China Lake division. • Scope: procurement of a complete furnace suite (high‑temperature, controlled atmosphere). • Value: $2,146,727 with two CLINs added for commercial financing. • Agency: U.S. Navy (NAWCWD, China Lake) with primary contact Carly Breitberg.