First Article Testing (FAT) and Source Qualification Support

The contract supports First Article Testing and source qualification for water purification units, ensuring compliance with new or modified National Stock Numbers through rigorous testing, documentation, and facility audits. It requires timely submission of samples, detailed technical reporting, and verification of production capabilities at supplier facilities to confirm conformance to military specifications. All activities are tied to the Defense Logistics Agency's objective of maintaining reliable, standardized water purification systems across Defense Department operations. The work is performed under a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541380, indicating engineering services, and is managed by the Department of Defense. While no specific location is designated for performance, the contract demands full coordination with DLA requirements including audits, compliance reviews, and documentation standards. The contract was posted in July 2026 and is associated with the award number SPE7MX21D0016, indicating it is part of an ongoing program to validate supply chain readiness for critical water purification equipment.