First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract requires the performance of first article testing on a single helical gear unit, encompassing comprehensive dimensional analysis, material verification, and performance evaluation under specified conditions. The subcontractor must execute all testing in accordance with established technical requirements and deliver a formal, documented report no later than 90 days after award, ensuring all findings are clearly presented and verified. The work is to be performed at the designated location in Corpus Christi, Texas, with the deliverable report serving as the official certification of compliance for the gear unit’s design and manufacturing integrity. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 541380 for Engineering Services and is solicited by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION within the Department of Defense. Responses must be submitted by July 23, 2026, following the solicitation process outlined through the DIBBS platform. While no set-aside type is specified, the contract is classified as a subcontract and is expected to support defense-related production or system integration efforts. The successful offeror will be responsible for meeting all technical standards and submission deadlines with no extensions anticipated unless formally requested and approved.