First Article Testing (FAT) Services Provider

The contract requires the provision of First Article Testing services for a single unit of intercommunication equipment to verify full compliance with MIL-STD-1916 standards and associated technical specifications under government oversight at the origin site. This activity is critical to validating that the equipment meets required performance, quality, and operational benchmarks before any production or delivery proceeds. The work must be conducted under direct government inspection to ensure adherence to defense procurement protocols and documentation integrity. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, targeting qualified service providers capable of executing precise technical testing in a controlled environment. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026. The contracting activity originates from the Department of Defense’s Construction & Equipment T & IFO EQ office, indicating the evaluation and certification outcomes will directly support defense operational readiness. There is no set-aside designation specified, and all qualified subcontractors may compete, provided they can fulfill the testing requirements under inspection.