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First Article Testing and Validation for Aircraft Lighting

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Response Deadline11/09/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract involves providing technical validation and testing services for prime contractors supporting DLA Troop Support projects. The primary scope of work focuses on conducting First Article Tests for aircraft lighting, utilizing specialized aviation lighting test benches, environmental chambers, and photometric measurement equipment. All testing must ensure strict compliance with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements and TDP Rev B Gen 2 standards. The selected provider is required to deliver a formal First Article Test report within 60 calendar days of testing. This project is managed under the Department of Defense in San Diego, falling under NAICS code 541380. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 9, 2026.

General Info

Technical validation and aircraft lighting testing for DLA projects due November 9, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → SAN DIEGO

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

SAN DIEGO, CA, 92136-3581, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE8E7-27-T-0359.

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

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LIGHT, NAVIGATIONAL, AIR

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 9

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Response Deadline

11/09/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → SAN DIEGO

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → SAN DIEGO

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Full Description

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Performs technical validation and testing for prime contractors on DLA Troop Support projects. Conducts First Article Tests (FAT) using aviation lighting test benches, photometric measurement equipment, and environmental chambers to ensure compliance with TDP Rev B Gen 2 and the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Delivers a formal First Article Test report within 60 calendar days.

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