First Article and Production Testing Services

The contract involves independent first article and production testing of airfoil ribs at government-owned facilities under the oversight of the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation division. The work requires strict adherence to compliance standards and detailed reporting to ensure all test results meet DLA Aviation’s quality and documentation requirements. Testing services are performed to validate the conformance of airfoil rib components during both initial production validation and ongoing manufacturing phases, ensuring consistency, safety, and performance integrity for defense applications. The contract is classified under NAICS code 541380, indicating it is a subcontract for engineering services, specifically tailored for technical testing and evaluation. Performance will occur at designated U.S. government facilities, though exact locations are not specified. The contract was posted on July 14, 2026, and is part of a broader procurement effort managed by the Department of Defense to maintain supply chain reliability and quality assurance for critical aerospace components. All deliverables must be submitted in a compliant format and are subject to rigorous review by DLA Aviation to support mission-critical aircraft systems.