First Article Testing (FAT) Sample Production and Submission

A prototype spur gear unit must be fabricated and submitted for government testing and approval under this subcontract, serving as the first article sample prior to any full-scale production. The deliverable includes not only the physical gear unit but also a complete documentation package that supports verification of design, materials, and manufacturing processes. The work is tied to a Department of Defense initiative under the agency name LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT, with performance required at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, 73145-8000. The opportunity is classified under NAICS code 332999 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing, indicating specialized metal component production. Bids must be submitted by August 10, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 30, 2026, through the DIBBS platform, and responders must ensure full compliance with all technical, quality, and documentation standards specified by the government for FAT approval.