First Article Test (FAT) Execution and Reporting

The contract requires the execution of First Article Testing on a power distribution panel, encompassing comprehensive inspection, functional testing, detailed documentation, and the formal submission of all test results to Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The work must adhere to stringent quality and compliance standards, ensuring that the initial production unit meets all technical specifications and performance requirements prior to full-scale manufacturing. All deliverables, including test reports and supporting evidence, are to be submitted in a format and timeframe acceptable to the contracting authority. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541620, indicating it falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services category, specifically engineering services. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain organization. Performance is required at Hill AFB, UT, and bidders must be prepared to demonstrate capability in conducting aerospace-grade first article testing with full traceability and documentation compliance. Though no set-aside classification is specified, the nature of the work implies a requirement for qualified technical expertise familiar with military and defense system standards.