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First Article Testing (FAT) and Ballistic Certification

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Response Deadline10/21/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for the performance of Contractor-Performed First Article Testing and ballistic certification to support prime contractors on DLA Land and Maritime supply contracts. The scope of work involves executing ballistic impact testing and quality assurance validation utilizing a specialized testing range and standardized munitions. All deliverables must include formal test reports adhering to the DI-NDTI-80809B format and FAR 52.209-3 standards. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380 and is managed by the Department of Defense Land Supply Chain agency. Performance will take place in Tracy, California. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 21, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for ballistic testing and certification in Tracy, California by 10/21/2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → LAND SUPPLY CHAINView Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

TRACY, CA, 95304-5000, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7L1-26-R-0120.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTICLE TEST

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PostedSep 21

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Response DeadlineOct 21

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10/21/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 30 days

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Performs Contractor-Performed First Article Testing (FAT) for prime contractors on DLA Land and Maritime supply contracts. Executes ballistic impact testing and quality assurance validation using a ballistic testing range and standardized munitions. Generates formal test reports following the DI-NDTI-80809B format and FAR 52.209-3. Delivers the completed First Article Test (FAT) Report.

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