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First Article Test (FAT) and Engineering Validation

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Federal

Response Deadline11/16/2026, 11:00:00 AM CST

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This subcontract with the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain involves performing First Article Testing and Engineering Validation to ensure manufacturing processes and product quality meet strict military specifications. The contractor is responsible for executing testing per CLIN 0002, utilizing specialized testing rigs and measurement tools in accordance with MIL-STD-1916 inspection methods. A critical component of the scope is the coordination with the Engineering Support Activity to secure final acceptability and approval. The project requires the delivery of a comprehensive FAT Report and an approved First Article sample. Performance will take place in Texarkana, Texas, under NAICS code 541380. The solicitation was posted on November 6, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for First Article Testing and Engineering Validation for DLA Weapons Support Land.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

TEXARKANA, TX, 75507-5000, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7L1-27-T-4340.

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

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MOUNT, MACHINE GUN

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Timeline

PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineNov 16

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Response Deadline

11/16/2026, 11:00:00 AM CSTin 10 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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Performs First Article Testing (FAT) for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts to validate manufacturing processes and product quality. Executes FAT per CLIN 0002 and coordinates with the Engineering Support Activity (ESA) for acceptability and approval. Applies MIL-STD-1916 inspection methods using testing rigs and measurement tools to verify military specifications. Delivers a FAT Report and approved First Article sample.

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