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First Article Test (FAT) and Certification Services

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Response Deadline11/16/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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This subcontract opportunity is for First Article Test and Certification Services supporting the Department of Defense, specifically the DLA Weapons Support LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament. The selected contractor will perform mechanical and performance validation on a single shock absorber unit using load testers and hydraulic test rigs to verify compliance with government specifications. A formal FAT Test Report must be delivered within 60 calendar days of the testing. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380, with performance taking place in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Due to the nature of the technical data involved, the contractor must be capable of handling ITAR and EAR controlled information. Interested parties should note the response deadline of November 16, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for DoD shock absorber testing and certification in Pennsylvania.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LSO COMBAT VEHICLES AND ARMAMENT

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5002, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7L4-27-T-0977.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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SHOCK ABSORBER, LEVER A

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Timeline

PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineNov 16

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11/16/2026, 12:00:00 PM ESTin 9 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LSO COMBAT VEHICLES AND ARMAMENT

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Performs First Article Testing (FAT) for prime contractors on DLA Weapons Support projects. Conducts mechanical and performance validation on one shock absorber unit using hydraulic test rigs and load testers to ensure government specification compliance. Requires ability to handle ITAR/EAR controlled technical data. Delivers a formal FAT Test Report within 60 calendar days.

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