First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract requires the performance of First Article Testing (FAT) in strict alignment with FAR 52.209-4, encompassing comprehensive dimensional, material, and functional evaluations of products to ensure compliance with specified requirements. All testing must be documented with formal reports prepared for review and approval by the Defense Logistics Agency, ensuring full traceability and adherence to federal standards. The work is scoped as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380 and is performance-based at the designated location in Jacksonville, Florida, with a zip code of 32212-0103. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, and responses are due by August 6, 2026, requiring timely submission from qualified offerors. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense through SMSG AVIATION SUP CH CORPORATE LTC, and all activities must support DLA’s oversight responsibilities without deviation. Although no specific set-aside or point of contact is detailed, the requirement mandates technical rigor, precision reporting, and timely execution to meet DoD procurement standards. The official solicitation details can be accessed via the referenced DIBBS portal link.