First Article Testing (FAT) and Certification Services

The contract requires the performance of First Article Testing for a shouldered axle, encompassing comprehensive dimensional inspections, material verification, and non-destructive testing to ensure full compliance with specification requirements. All testing activities must be conducted according to established protocols and documented in a finalized report that strictly adheres to the DI-NDTI-80809B format, which must be submitted to the government as proof of conformance. The scope is focused solely on verifying the initial production item to confirm that manufacturing processes and materials meet all technical and quality criteria before full-scale production authorization. This subcontract, issued under NAICS code 541330 by the Department of Defense through the MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN organization, is targeted for performance in San Diego, CA, with a response deadline of August 8, 2026. The effort is part of a broader government initiative to validate critical aerospace or defense components, and successful execution requires precise adherence to documentation standards and timely delivery of the certified test report. The contract does not include additional services beyond the FAT process and reporting, and all work must support the government’s assurance of component integrity and reliability.