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First Article Testing (FAT) Services

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The contract requires the performance of a First Article Inspection and Testing (FAT) on a single hose assembly unit to verify full compliance with established technical specifications before beginning full-scale production. This inspection is a critical quality control step designed to ensure the design, materials, manufacturing processes, and performance characteristics of the hose assembly meet all contractual and engineering requirements. The testing must be thorough and documented to demonstrate that the unit conforms precisely to the defined standards, serving as the basis for approval of subsequent production lots. The work is to be performed at the specified place of performance in Anniston, Alabama, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541380, indicating it is categorized as Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, and is structured as a subcontract within the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division. All deliverables and testing procedures must align with the technical demands of the military application, and successful completion is necessary to proceed with larger-scale manufacturing. The procurement is managed through the DIBBS system with the solicitation number SPE7M426T273R.

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FAT required on hose assembly in Anniston, Alabama by August 3, 2026, to verify military compliance before production.

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Department Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISIONView Agency

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541380 - Testing Laboratories and ServicesView NAICS

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ANNISTON, AL, 36201-4199, US

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISION
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Perform First Article Inspection and Testing (FAT) on one unit of the hose assembly to validate conformance with technical specifications prior to full production.

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