First Article Testing (FAT) Services for Aerospace Components

The contract seeks independent engineering services to conduct first article testing on initial production units of F100 engine components, ensuring full conformance with established design and performance specifications. This effort is critical to validating the readiness of components for operational use, with testing focused on verifying technical accuracy, reliability, and compliance under controlled environmental and stress conditions. The work will involve detailed inspection, measurement, and analytical evaluation by qualified third-party engineering firms with demonstrated expertise in aerospace propulsion systems. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by Ok DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, and falls under NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with a submission deadline of July 2, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Interested parties must respond through the designated SAM.gov portal, and while no set-aside designation is specified, the work is restricted to subcontractors capable of delivering high-precision test and evaluation services under stringent aerospace standards. Performance of the testing is expected to occur at the contractor’s facility or an approved location, with deliverables including comprehensive reports and certification data.