First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract requires the performance and documentation of First Article Testing for a clevis rod end, encompassing dimensional inspections, material verification, and formal reporting in full compliance with Defense Logistics Agency standards. All testing must be conducted to ensure the product meets specified technical and quality requirements prior to production release, with detailed records maintained for audit and approval purposes. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, and is governed by NAICS code 541330 for engineering services. Performance is required at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026. The contracting activity falls under the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain organization, and the task is part of a broader effort to validate component integrity for military logistics and supply systems. All deliverables must align strictly with DLA protocols, and successful subcontractors will be responsible for providing complete, accurate, and timely documentation to satisfy certification and acceptance criteria.