First Article Testing (FAT) and Inspection Services

The contract requires the performance of First Article Testing (FAT) for the National Stock Number 0001S00000052, encompassing comprehensive inspection, test validation, and detailed reporting to ensure full compliance with MIL-STD-1916 and AS9100 standards. The work involves verifying that the initial production unit meets all specified design, functional, and quality requirements before full-scale production begins, with an emphasis on statistical process control, documentation accuracy, and adherence to aerospace and defense industry best practices. All activities must be executed precisely to confirm conformance and provide auditable evidence suitable for government acceptance. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541330, awarded by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, with performance required at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, 84056-5734. The solicitation was posted on July 19, 2026, and responses are due by July 27, 2026. The contract is managed through the DIBBS platform, and bidders must be certified as a total small business to qualify. The work demands specialized technical expertise in military and aerospace testing protocols, with strict deadlines and documentation requirements to support the government's acquisition and quality assurance processes.