First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract entitled First Article Testing (FAT) Services requires the successful bidder to conduct or support testing of the initial production unit to verify compliance with all applicable technical and quality specifications. This includes performing detailed evaluations to ensure the unit meets design intent, functional requirements, and material standards, followed by thorough documentation of test results and procedures. A key requirement is the retention of the approved first article unit as a physical benchmark for future production comparisons, ensuring consistency and traceability throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This subcontract is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside provision as defined by FAR 19.5, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541330 indicating engineering services. The work is to be performed at the designated location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026. The contracting activity falls under the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense, and the opportunity is accessible through the DIBBS platform.