First Article Testing (FAT) and Reporting

The contract requires the performance of First Article Testing on a manufactured mechanical kit to verify that all components meet specified technical requirements before full-scale production. The testing must be conducted in strict accordance with the military standard DI-NDTI-80809B, ensuring that all processes, materials, and tolerances are validated and documented. A formal, comprehensive test report must be generated as part of the deliverable, detailing all test procedures, results, observations, and compliance determinations to demonstrate conformance to the approved design and performance criteria. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380 and is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. The contract is posted on the DIBBS system with the award reference SPE7M226P3272 and was made available on July 15, 2026. While the specific location of performance and point of contact details are not provided, the work is expected to be performed under the oversight of federal defense procurement protocols. There is no set-aside designation indicated, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible contractors. The successful contractor will be responsible for ensuring all testing and reporting align with federal defense quality standards and must submit deliverables that meet the rigors of military-grade documentation requirements.