First Article Testing (FAT) Coordination and Submission

This contract involves coordinating First Article Testing (FAT) for the National Stock Number (NSN) 0001S00000052. The scope includes managing sample production, compiling necessary documentation, and conducting inspections at the origin in compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. The contractor is responsible for ensuring all elements of the FAT process meet regulatory and quality standards before final submission. Issued by the Department of Defense under the ASC Supplier Oper OEM Division, this subcontract falls under NAICS code 541380, which pertains to testing laboratories. The work is to be performed primarily in Cherry Point, with all responses due by June 3, 2026. The contract focuses on facilitating smooth communication and coordination among stakeholders to verify product compliance at early production stages, thereby supporting quality assurance and procurement readiness.