Materials Resources, LLC (MRL), a leader in Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) and advanced additive manufacturing, announced today that it has been awarded a $9.8 million Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The contract supports the Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptability (JAMA) IV Pilot Parts Program, a critical initiative designed to modernize the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain through 3D-printed metallic components.

The JAMA IV program is the latest phase of the DLA’s effort to establish a robust, reliable supplier base for additive manufacturing. Under this contract, MRL will utilize its proprietary iCAAM (Integrated Computational Adaptive Additive Manufacturing) software and advanced material characterization capabilities to produce flight-critical and ground-support spare parts for the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps.

“We are honored to be selected by the DLA to play such a pivotal role in the future of defense logistics,” said Dr. Ayman Salem, President and Founder of MRL. “The JAMA IV program isn’t just about printing parts; it’s about ensuring those parts meet the same rigorous performance standards as traditionally forged components. Our model-based approach allows us to deliver high-quality, safety-critical parts with significantly reduced lead times, strengthening the readiness of our nation’s warfighters.”

Based in Xenia, Ohio, MRL has spent over a decade perfecting the science of “smart” additive manufacturing. By combining physics-based modeling, machine learning, and comprehensive mechanical testing, MRL can predict part performance at the micro-scale, ensuring that every 3D-printed component meets strict military specifications.

The $9.8 million award follows MRL’s recent successes in high-performance manufacturing, including a major $25.2 million project to revolutionize solid rocket motor production. This new JAMA IV contract further solidifies MRL’s position as a primary partner in the Pentagon’s shift toward distributed, on-demand manufacturing.

For more information about MRL’s capabilities in metal additive manufacturing, material testing, and computational modeling, visit www.ICMRL.net.

About Materials Resources, LLC (MRL) Materials Resources, LLC (MRL) is an Ohio-based advanced manufacturing firm specializing in the integration of computational science and material engineering. Founded in 2009 by Dr. Ayman Salem, MRL provides end-to-end solutions for the aerospace and defense industries—from digital design and 3D printing to forensic metallurgy and nondestructive evaluation. MRL is dedicated to solving the defense industry’s most complex supply chain challenges through innovation and “smart” manufacturing.