First Article Testing (FAT) and Documentation Services

This contract entails the execution and documentation of First Article Testing in full compliance with the military specification DI-NDTI-80809B, which governs the validation of initial production samples to ensure conformance to design and performance requirements. The work includes generating comprehensive test reports, detailed process sheets, and verified material certifications to substantiate that all components and manufacturing methods meet the mandated standards. The services are performance-based and require strict adherence to defense quality control protocols, with deliverables serving as formal evidence of product viability prior to full-scale production. The contract is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, indicating it involves engineering services, and is administered by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. It was posted on June 25, 2026, and the place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, suggesting a flexible or contract-specific execution location. The associated award number, SPE7L326P4548, links to official DLA contracting records, and the work is expected to support defense supply chain integrity by ensuring that critical components are thoroughly validated before being accepted into the logistics pipeline.