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First Article and Production Lot Testing Services

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This subcontract, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, focuses on providing first article and production lot testing services for C-130 aircraft parts. The scope of work involves rigorous independent testing and certification to ensure all components meet strict military standards, specifically through dimensional, material, and functional verification. Operating under NAICS code 541380, the contract ensures that aircraft parts are fully compliant with technical specifications before being integrated into the fleet. The agreement emphasizes quality assurance and safety through comprehensive verification processes for both initial prototypes and subsequent production batches.

General Info

DLA subcontract for C-130 aircraft parts testing, certification, and military standards verification.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4AX26F248A.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedJun 29

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Independent testing and certification of C-130 aircraft parts including dimensional, material, and functional verification per military standards.

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