First Article Testing (FAT) Coordination and Reporting

The contract involves the coordination of First Article Testing (FAT) activities, encompassing the preparation of sample materials, thorough documentation in accordance with DI-NDTI-80809B, and the timely shipment of tested items to designated Defense Logistics Agency sites for official government inspection. All tasks must be executed with precision to ensure compliance with military specifications and regulatory standards, with emphasis on accuracy in reporting and adherence to established procedural guidelines. This subcontract, managed under the Defense Logistics Agency and classified under NAICS code 541380, supports the Department of Defense’s quality assurance framework by ensuring that initial production units meet required technical and performance criteria before full-scale manufacturing proceeds. The work is performed remotely and delivered to DLA facilities nationwide, requiring reliable logistics coordination and clear communication throughout the testing lifecycle, though no specific point of contact or physical performance location is designated in the award details.