PHLX Tactical (CAGE 199E9, UEI VQMULC9KZFQ4, Orange City, Iowa) manufactures firearm components from your drawings: you send a drawing or technical data package (TDP) and get one accountable quote for CNC-machined firearm and defense components, from prototype through production. We respond to RFQs right away and typically return quotes within days, not weeks. AS9100, ISO 9001 and ITAR are held by our manufacturing partner Douglas Machine & Engineering (CAGE 87BF4), not by PHLX Tactical.
Need a shop that can take a print and return a real manufacturing plan? PHLX Tactical coordinates build-to-print and precision-machined components for firearm and defense work.
What we coordinate
- Build-to-print firearm and defense components
- Precision machining through partner capacity
- Prototype-to-production handoffs with clear communication
Quality systems (partner-held)
AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 capability is available through manufacturing partners (e.g. Douglas Machine & Engineering, CAGE 87BF4). We state partner certifications clearly — we do not claim PHLX holds those certificates.
Best-fit RFQs
- Print-defined parts (not speculative catalog-only)
- Quantities that fit small-business agility
- Buyers who want one accountable quote path
Email drawings/RFQs to sales@phlxtactical.com or call (712) 441-3691.
Technical data packages and print-defined parts
Build-to-print manufacturing and build-to-print machining for firearm and defense components: you supply the print; we coordinate partner precision machining and CNC / multi-axis capacity so buyers get one accountable quote path from prototype through production.
Best fit is print-defined parts backed by a government technical data package (TDP) or commercial drawing package — not speculative catalog-only asks. Small-business agility on low-volume, high-mix defense procurement work.
When programs need certified QMS, AS9100 / ISO 9001 capability is available via manufacturing partners (e.g. Douglas Machine & Engineering, CAGE 87BF4) — partner-held, not PHLX-held. Partner network also includes shops with ITAR registration where required for controlled data; that is partner access, not a PHLX ITAR registration claim.
What is build-to-print manufacturing?
Build-to-print means the customer owns the design and supplies the drawing or TDP, and the supplier makes the part exactly to that print without changing the design. It is the standard way defense buyers, primes and firearm OEMs source print-defined parts. Read the full explainer: What is build-to-print manufacturing?
Build-to-print vs build-to-spec: what is the difference?
| Build-to-print | Build-to-spec | |
|---|---|---|
| Who owns the design | The customer (drawing / TDP supplied) | The supplier designs to a performance spec |
| Who carries design risk | The customer | The supplier |
| What the supplier controls | Process, quality and delivery to the print | Design, process, quality and delivery |
What parts can PHLX build to print?
PHLX can make handguards, upper and lower receivers, bolt carrier groups (BCGs), pistol slides and other firearm components, plus print-defined defense and industrial parts. Send the print and target quantities; minimums are quote-based and stated on each quote.
Is PHLX a build-to-print machine shop?
PHLX is your single point of contact for the quote, the order and delivery. Depending on the part and its requirements, work runs through PHLX and qualified partner shops. Jobs that require AS9100, ISO 9001 or ITAR go to our partner Douglas Machine & Engineering (CAGE 87BF4).
Related capabilities
- Government & defense RFQ support
- OEM firearm parts coordination
- Government & Defense capability statement
- All capabilities
- RFQ & TDP checklist
- what is build-to-print manufacturing
- AR-15 and pistol slide OEM parts
- defense contract manufacturing
- ITAR & AS9100 partner manufacturing
- precision CNC capacity for build-to-print
Frequently asked questions
What should I send for a build-to-print quote?
Send drawings or a technical data package (TDP) with the revision level, material callouts, tolerances, finish or coating, quantities (prototype and production if known), delivery timing and any quality clauses. Email sales@phlxtactical.com. We respond to RFQs right away and typically return quotes within days, not weeks.
How fast will I get a build-to-print quote?
We respond to RFQs right away and typically return quotes within days, not weeks. Production lead time depends on the part, material and quantity, so it is stated on each quote after we review your drawings.
What is the minimum order for build-to-print work?
Minimums are quote-based. They depend on the part, material and process, so send your drawing and target quantities and the quote will state them.
Which firearm components can PHLX build to print?
PHLX can make handguards, upper and lower receivers, bolt carrier groups (BCGs), pistol slides and other firearm components to your prints, as well as print-defined defense and industrial components.
Is build-to-print suitable for prototype through production?
Yes. Best-fit work is print-defined parts with quantities that fit small-business agility, from early samples through production coordination.
Can defense primes and subcontractors send build-to-print packages?
Yes. Send packages to sales@phlxtactical.com and reference CAGE 199E9, UEI VQMULC9KZFQ4. Work that requires AS9100, ISO 9001 or ITAR is routed to our partner Douglas Machine & Engineering (CAGE 87BF4).
Does PHLX itself hold AS9100D or ISO 9001?
No. AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 capability is available through manufacturing partners such as Douglas Machine & Engineering (CAGE 87BF4). PHLX coordinates the work; we do not claim those certificates as PHLX-held.
Who can manufacture firearm components from my drawings?
PHLX Tactical manufactures firearm components from your drawings or technical data package, including handguards, upper and lower receivers, bolt carrier groups, pistol slides, and other print-defined parts. Email the drawing to sales@phlxtactical.com. We respond to RFQs right away and typically return quotes within days, not weeks. CAGE 199E9, Orange City, Iowa.
ITAR & AS9100 Manufacturing: Partner Path
PHLX Tactical does not claim to hold AS9100, ISO 9001, or ITAR registration itself. When a solicitation requires those quality systems or registrations, PHLX coordinates manufacturing through partners that hold them, including Douglas Machine & Engineering (CAGE 87BF4). Buyers should state ITAR, AS9100, ISO, and other requirements up front when requesting a quote.
Is PHLX ITAR registered?
PHLX does not claim ITAR registration. ITAR-related manufacturing is coordinated through appropriately registered partners when required. State ITAR needs in your RFQ.
Does PHLX hold AS9100 or ISO 9001?
No. Those quality systems are partner-held, such as through Douglas Machine & Engineering, CAGE 87BF4.
Can I still RFQ PHLX (CAGE 199E9) for work that needs AS9100 or ITAR?
Yes. Email sales@phlxtactical.com with the requirements clearly stated so PHLX can evaluate partner routing. Identifiers: CAGE 199E9, UEI VQMULC9KZFQ4, Orange City, Iowa. Call (712) 441-3691 if needed.
Where should primes send build-to-print packages?
Use build-to-print manufacturing and government and defense RFQ support, plus sales@phlxtactical.com.
Will you invent JCP, CMMC, or DLA-approved claims?
No. PHLX states public identifiers and partner-held systems it can support through coordination—nothing invented for SEO.
For buyers with a government or defense requirement, see the government and defense RFQ page. When you are ready, request a manufacturing quote.
