First Article Testing (FAT) Services for Defense Component

The contract requires the execution and documentation of First Article Testing for two units of a stuffing tube, in accordance with FAR 52.209-3, to ensure compliance with government specifications. This includes comprehensive inspection and full test reporting to obtain official government approval, with all testing activities structured to validate the design, materials, and manufacturing processes of the component. The deliverables must meet rigorous defense standards and be submitted for review prior to any production authorization. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380 and is associated with the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense. Performance is to be carried out in San Diego, California, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026. The solicitation, identified by the reference number SPE7M226T5722, is hosted on the DIBBS platform and is intended for qualified contractors capable of delivering precise, auditable testing documentation that supports defense acquisition requirements. There is no set-aside designation specified, and all potential offerors must demonstrate technical competence and regulatory adherence to be considered for award.