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First Article Testing (FAT) and Quality Validation

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Response Deadline11/04/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support ASC Supplier Oper AE and AF Div, focuses on First Article Testing and Quality Validation for prime contractors. The selected provider will produce one initial test unit and conduct technical evaluations to ensure manufacturing processes align with the specifications for NSN 5975-00-096-2717. To qualify, the contractor must hold ISO 9001 or SAE AS9003 certification. The final deliverables for this engagement include one completed FAT unit and a certified test report. Performance will take place in San Diego, California. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 4, 2026, in accordance with the solicitation posted on October 27, 2026.

General Info

DoD subcontract for First Article Testing and Quality Validation in San Diego, California.

Agency

Department Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

SAN DIEGO, CA, 92136-3581, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4A7-27-T-2119.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedOct 27

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Response DeadlineNov 4

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Response Deadline

11/04/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV

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Performs First Article Testing (FAT) for prime contractors delivering DLA supply contracts. Produces one initial test unit and executes technical tests to validate manufacturing processes against NSN 5975-00-096-2717 specifications. Requires ISO 9001 or SAE AS9003 certification. Delivers one FAT unit and a certified test report.

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