First Article Testing (FAT) and Quality Certification Services

The contract requires independent testing and certification of first article switch cable assemblies in accordance with CDRL DI-NDTI-80809 and applicable military standards, with focus on hydrostatic and dielectric testing to validate performance and integrity under extreme conditions. The work is scoped strictly to first article evaluation, ensuring that initial production units meet defined technical and quality requirements before full-scale manufacturing proceeds. Testing must be conducted by a qualified third party with demonstrated capability in military-grade electrical assemblies and documented compliance with federal and defense-specific protocols. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 541380, issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support Mechanic and falls under the Department of Defense procurement framework. Responses are due by May 27, 2026, at 8:30 PM Eastern Time, with no solicitation number provided. The place of performance and point of contact details are unspecified, indicating that the testing may be performed at the contractor’s accredited facility, subject to approval. There is no set-aside designation, meaning all eligible businesses may compete. Contractors must be prepared to deliver certified test reports and documentation that conclusively demonstrate adherence to the referenced data item description and military standards.