First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract is for First Article Testing (FAT) services to validate the design and production compliance of fuel tanks through dimensional, material, and pressure testing. The work falls under NAICS code 541370 and is classified as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency. The testing procedures are critical to ensuring that fuel tanks meet required specifications before full-scale production, verifying structural integrity, material properties, and geometric accuracy. Performance of the contract is not tied to a specific geographic location, indicating potential flexibility in where the testing activities are conducted, though they must align with DoD standards and timelines. The solicitation was posted in July 2026 with the contract identifier SPE7L526P0045, and all testing must be performed to establish compliance with the design and manufacturing requirements for defense-related fuel tank systems.