First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract is for Independent Testing and Documentation of the first production unit to verify compliance with military technical and quality requirements before initiating full-scale production. This First Article Testing (FAT) solicitation is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380 and is issued by the Department of Defense under the organization name Construction & Equipment Containers. The testing purpose is to ensure the initial unit meets all applicable military standards for performance, durability, and quality, serving as a critical checkpoint to mitigate risk prior to mass manufacturing. The place of performance is designated as Camp Lejeune with ZIP code 28542-0131, indicating the physical location where the unit will be evaluated and documented. Responses to this solicitation must be submitted by August 17, 2026, with the posting date listed as August 5, 2026, providing a twelve-day window for potential subcontractors to prepare and submit their proposals. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or point of contact, suggesting the procurement is open to qualified entities without demographic restrictions. The associated DIBBS link provides the official portal for accessing detailed requirements, submission guidelines, and documentation templates necessary to respond to this FAT request, underlining the procedural rigor expected by the Department of Defense to ensure defense product reliability.