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The contract entails the execution and documentation of comprehensive first article testing for firing pins, encompassing dimensional inspection to verify precise measurements, material verification to confirm compliance with specified alloys and properties, and functional testing to ensure operational reliability under intended conditions. All test results must be thoroughly recorded and submitted to demonstrate conformance with technical requirements, establishing a baseline for production quality control. This subcontract, issued under the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense, is classified under NAICS code 541380 and is tied to the contract reference SPE7L426P1443. The work is not restricted to a specific location, with no designated place of performance specified, allowing flexibility in execution as long as deliverables meet required standards. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, and while no set-aside designation or point of contact is provided, the focus remains on rigorous testing protocols to validate critical firearm components for defense applications.

General Info

First article testing of firing pins for defense use, including dimensional, material, and functional verification, per SPE7L426P1443.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7L4-26-T-5042.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PIN, FIRING

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PostedJul 21

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Conduct and document full first article testing for firing pins, including dimensional inspection, material verification, and functional testing.

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