First Article Test (FAT) Engineering and Validation

This subcontract, titled First Article Test (FAT) Engineering and Validation, is issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Active Devices Division. The primary objective is the initial production and testing of a single Relay Assembly to validate manufacturing processes for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The selected provider must produce one test unit and coordinate with the Engineering Support Activity to conduct an acceptability evaluation using precision measurement equipment. The contract is designated as a HUBZone set-aside under NAICS code 541330. To ensure proper government coordination, the contractor is required to possess a CAGE and UEI. Final deliverables include the validated Relay Assembly and a corresponding ESA test report. The solicitation was posted on October 29, 2026, with a response deadline of November 9, 2026.