The US Department of War is partnering with industry and academia on an initiative to assess the capability of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Liquid Metal Printing (LMP) technology that does not require de-binding, sintering, and is powder-free, with the ability to support maintenance and sustainment requirements with reliable, repeatable, and timely repairing of parts.

The objective of this effort is to utilize LMP technology to mature system parameters and perform material characterization of liquid metal printed aluminum in a field environment. Participating partners must provide a pilot COTS printer, printer stock, and training. Phase II will build on the success of Phase I and emphasize the following objectives:

  • Provide six months of remote technical Subject Matter Expert support and sustainment.
  • Conduct two on-site technical engagements, each consisting of three consecutive days of system evaluation, data review, training support, and process optimization.

If you feel your organization has the technical capabilities and would like to be considered for this project, please complete the form below and upload your organization’s technical capabilities statement.

Interested Submissions Due by 4/23/26.

We encourage participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), including Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs).

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