First Article Testing (FAT) and Quality Compliance Services

A subcontract has been issued for First Article Testing on a single pressure-vacuum gage to ensure full compliance with Department of Defense technical specifications and military standards. The work requires rigorous testing procedures to validate the unit’s performance and reliability under specified conditions, culminating in the submission of formal, documented test results. This task is part of a broader quality compliance effort to confirm that the product meets all required benchmarks before further production or deployment. The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Administration’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program and is classified under NAICS code 541380 for scientific and technical consulting services. Performance is required at the facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a ZIP code of 17070-5002. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, and responses must be submitted by July 29, 2026, under the RFQ number SPE4A526T301Z. The contracting activity is managed by the ASC Supplier Operations OEM Division within the Department of Defense.