First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract calls for independent testing and reporting services to validate that the rotary wing hub liner meets all applicable design and military specifications. The work is classified as First Article Testing and requires a rigorous evaluation to ensure conformance before production proceeds. Results and documentation must be submitted and approved through the Defense Contract Management Agency’s Acquisition Contracting Office, ensuring strict adherence to federal acquisition and quality control protocols. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with the testing conducted under the oversight of the Department of Defense's ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV. This subcontract opportunity is open for response until July 27, 2026, with a posting date of July 19, 2026, and falls under the NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services. There is no set-aside type specified, meaning it is open to all eligible contractors regardless of size or status. The contract requires submission of comprehensive test reports for formal approval, and failure to meet the specifications or deadlines could result in rejection. Interested parties must access the full solicitation through the provided DIBBS portal to prepare a compliant proposal.