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First Article Testing (FAT) and Validation Services

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Response Deadline10/15/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for First Article Testing and Validation Services supports prime contractors on DLA Weapons Support ASC projects. The primary objective is to validate aircraft access covers by verifying material properties, finish, and dimensions against the Technical Data Package using certified metrology equipment. The final deliverable for this effort is a completed First Article Test Certification report. The work is performed in San Diego, California, under NAICS code 541380 for the Department of Defense. Due to the handling of ITAR-controlled technical data, the contractor must maintain JCP certification. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 15, 2026.

General Info

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-0241.

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

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COVER, ACCESS, AIRCRAFT

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Timeline

PostedOct 7

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Response DeadlineOct 15

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10/15/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 8 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 on DLA Weapons Support ASC projects to validate aircraft access covers. Verifies dimensions, material properties, and finish against the Technical Data Package (TDP) using certified metrology equipment. Requires JCP certification for handling ITAR-controlled technical data. Delivers a completed First Article Test Certification report.

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