Contractor First Article Testing (KFAT) Services

The contract requires the execution and documentation of First Article Testing for the ALRE Saddle, encompassing dimensional inspection, material verification, non-destructive testing, and comprehensive compliance reporting to ensure all specifications are met. This subcontract falls under the NAICS code 541380 and is managed by the Nuclear Reactor Program under the Department of Defense, with performance based in San Diego, California, at the ZIP code 92136-3581. All testing activities must be thoroughly documented and submitted in accordance with established quality and regulatory standards to validate conformance prior to production. Proposals must be submitted by the response deadline of August 13, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026. The contract is not subject to any set-aside classification and is open to qualified contractors capable of delivering precise, certified testing services for defense-related components. The work is critical to ensuring the structural and material integrity of the ALRE Saddle, and successful performance will require adherence to strict technical protocols and timely reporting to support downstream manufacturing and deployment timelines.