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First Article Testing and Validation

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Submission Closed09/24/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 336414

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Solicitation # SPE4A5-27-T-2119

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This subcontract, titled First Article Testing and Validation, is issued by the Department of Defense under the ASC Supplier Oper AE and AF Div. The primary objective is to perform First Article Testing to validate manufacturing processes for prime contractors, ensuring that dimensions, materials, and functionality align with TDP Rev A Gen 1 specifications. This process involves the use of electronic testing rigs and precision measurement tools to document results for government approval, culminating in the delivery of a certified first-article component and a formal FAT Report. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 336414 and is based in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Interested parties must respond by September 24, 2026, following the posting date of September 16, 2026.

General Info

DoD subcontract for first article testing and validation in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

Agency

Department Of Defense → ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV

NAICS

336414 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing

Place of Performance

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5002, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4A7-26-T-751Q.

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PostedSep 16

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Response DeadlineSep 24

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Submission Closed

09/24/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Full Description

Performs First Article Testing (FAT) for prime contractors on ASC Supplier Oper AE and AF Div projects to validate manufacturing processes. Verifies dimensions, materials, and functionality against TDP Rev A Gen 1 using precision measurement tools and electronic testing rigs. Documents test results for government approval. Delivers a certified first-article component and a formal FAT Report.