- DMG MORI Federal Services selected for DLA’s JAMA IV Pilot Parts Program
- First AM parts production contract for machine tool manufacturer DMFS
- US-built LASERTEC 30 SLM technology to support defense supply chain
- Part of Pentagon’s $10M effort to accelerate defense additive manufacturing
DMG MORI Federal Services (DMFS) has secured its position in the Defense Logistics Agency’s Joint Additive Manufacturing Accelerator (JAMA) IV Pilot Parts Program, marking the company’s first contract focused on additive manufacturing parts production. The program, administered by the Defense Logistics Agency, is intended to strengthen the nation’s additive manufacturing supply chain by qualifying vendors capable of producing critical components using advanced manufacturing technologies. For engineers managing defense-critical supply chains, this development signals expanded access to domestically produced metal AM components with reduced lead times.
The JAMA IV initiative forms part of a broader Department of Defense effort to modernize manufacturing capabilities, reduce supply chain vulnerabilities, and accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing technologies across the defense industrial base. America’s Defense Logistics Agency, the Pentagon’s largest provider of combat logistics support, is leading the effort, which marks the fourth phase of the Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability project, which aims to ensure that 3D printed components meet the rigorous standards required by military operations.
What Technology Will DMFS Deploy for Defense Production?
The project will be supported by DMG MORI’s additive manufacturing technology, including the LASERTEC 30 SLM US Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion machine designed and developed in the United States and currently produced at the company’s Davis, California, facility, which enables high-precision production of complex metal components and aligns with emerging federal requirements for secure, domestically produced manufacturing technologies. The company is among few established manufacturers currently producing PBF-LB additive manufacturing machines at scale in the United States, positioning it to support the domestic defense manufacturing base.
The announcement follows DMG MORI’s recent plans to open a $40.5 million Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center in Chicago, and the JAMA IV project will reportedly be the first contract executed at the new facility. This domestic production capability addresses critical federal acquisition requirements for cybersecurity compliance and supply chain transparency. The LASERTEC 30 SLM US features adaptive beam control technology that enables dynamic changes to laser power, speed, and beam profile—capabilities essential for producing complex geometries required in defense applications.
The indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts are one-year awards running through February 2027, with four one-year option periods, and the 24 companies assigned are expected to produce and supply components using a range of additive manufacturing technologies, including binder jetting, cold spray processes, fused deposition modeling, directed energy deposition, laser powder bed fusion, and multi-jet fusion. Under the structure of the JAMA programme, DMFS has been awarded a position on a competitive contract vehicle, with specific statements of work to be issued over the programme period, with selected participants competing for individual project awards.
Why Does Defense AM Adoption Matter for Manufacturing?
The JAMA Pilot Parts Program seeks to establish repeatable technical qualifications and procurement pathways for additively manufactured spare and replacement parts, supporting broader Department of War efforts to strengthen supply chain resilience, address obsolescence challenges in legacy systems, and enable faster delivery of mission-critical components to operational units. The Government Accountability Office has done studies around the Defense Logistics Agency’s ability to support the supply chain, and they’ve openly reported that the DLA only has about 50% of the ability to actually fill the active demands from the Department of War.
This supply gap creates substantial opportunities for qualified AM suppliers. The U.S. Department of War’s FY 2026 budget request allocates $3.3 billion for AM-related projects, an 83% increase from the previous year. The funding supports both new product development and sustainment of legacy vehicles and equipment—areas where traditional manufacturing supply chains face critical bottlenecks. Plant managers evaluating AM investment should note that defense qualification often requires stringent process controls and documentation standards that can drive broader quality improvements across commercial operations.
Defense logistics leaders have increasingly identified additive manufacturing as a key enabler for distributed manufacturing, reduced inventory dependence, and improved readiness across geographically dispersed forces. For manufacturers, this translates to demand for production-scale AM capabilities with validated processes, material traceability, and cybersecurity compliance. The JAMA IV program establishes procurement pathways that reduce barriers to defense contracts while building supplier qualifications transferable to aerospace and other regulated industries.
What Are the Broader Supply Chain Implications?
Under JAMA IV, the DLA will provide Technical Data Packages for certified military parts to be made by approved 3D printing vendors who will bid for contracts through the Defense Department’s Internet Bid Board System, with each contract specifying product definitions, special instructions, and acceptance criteria. This standardized procurement framework reduces transaction costs for both suppliers and defense agencies while accelerating part qualification timelines.
The competitive structure among the 24 selected vendors creates performance incentives that drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery. While the JAMA IV SOW outlines the initial components to be manufactured, additional parts may be added, based on the DOD’s evolving requirements, with supplier performance on the initial contracts playing a key role in determining eligibility for future work. This performance-based approach aligns with Industry 4.0 principles emphasizing data-driven process optimization and agile response to changing requirements.
For industrial engineering teams, the JAMA IV model demonstrates how government procurement can accelerate technology adoption by aggregating demand, standardizing qualification requirements, and creating transparent competition. The program’s emphasis on domestic production and cybersecurity compliance also highlights emerging requirements that manufacturing operations must address to compete in defense and critical infrastructure markets.
DMFS’s selection for JAMA IV represents more than a single contract award—it signals the Pentagon’s commitment to industrializing additive manufacturing through structured procurement pathways and domestic production requirements. Manufacturing professionals should monitor this program as a template for how government agencies aggregate demand to justify AM capital investment while establishing qualification standards that reduce barriers to entry. The emphasis on US-built equipment and validated process chains provides a roadmap for suppliers seeking to position themselves for defense work while building capabilities applicable to commercial aerospace, energy, and other regulated sectors. As the $3.3 billion in FY 2026 defense AM funding flows through programs like JAMA IV, expect accelerated development of production-scale metal AM capabilities and standardized qualification frameworks that benefit the broader manufacturing ecosystem.
Q: What distinguishes the LASERTEC 30 SLM US from other powder bed fusion systems?
The LASERTEC 30 SLM US is designed and manufactured entirely in the United States at DMG MORI’s Davis, California facility, meeting federal requirements for domestically produced advanced manufacturing equipment. It features adaptive beam control technology enabling dynamic adjustment of laser power, speed, and beam profile during builds, plus an electrostatic recoater system that avoids collision with parts while maintaining powder bed quality—capabilities that support the complex geometries and material specifications required for defense components.
Q: How does the JAMA IV contract structure work for suppliers?
JAMA IV operates as an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle where selected vendors compete for individual task orders issued by the Defense Logistics Agency. The DLA provides Technical Data Packages for certified military parts, and qualified suppliers bid through the Defense Internet Bid Board System with contracts specifying detailed acceptance criteria. This structure allows the government to rapidly procure qualified AM parts while maintaining competition among the 24 selected vendors based on cost, delivery, and quality performance.
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