CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTICLE TEST

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-11SF is a total small business set-aside issued by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense for the procurement of 189 dial indicating pressure gages (NSN 6685008724740). The contract includes a requirement for a First Article Test (FAT) to ensure technical compliance. The total estimated value is 35,722.00 dollars, with a delivery timeline of 124 days and an original required delivery date of September 14, 2027. All items are to be delivered FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. Technical specifications are governed by MIL-G-18997E, and the contractor must adhere to strict quality and safety standards, including the prohibition of mercury in preservation and packaging per NAVSEA 5100-003D. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, specifically utilizing marking code 05 for delicate instruments. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin, with sampling conducted according to MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Invoicing is mandated through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DIBBS portal by August 13, 2026.