First Article Testing (FAT) Coordination and Reporting

The contract requires the execution and documentation of First Article Testing in strict accordance with the DI-NDTI-80809B standard, encompassing comprehensive dimensional inspection, material analysis, and functional verification to ensure compliance with specified technical requirements. All testing activities must be meticulously recorded and submitted in the prescribed format to the Naval Air Warfare Center in New Jersey, confirming that each component or assembly meets the necessary performance and quality benchmarks prior to production authorization. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 541370 and is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, with performance obligated under the contract identifier SPE7M226P3333. While no specific location or point of contact is detailed, the work is expected to be conducted remotely or at a facility capable of meeting the stringent testing standards, with timely report submission being a critical condition of contract fulfillment. The posting date of July 21, 2026, indicates this is a forward-looking solicitation, suggesting future award and execution timelines.