First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract seeks qualified small businesses to perform and document First Article Testing in accordance with MIL-F-16377/27C, encompassing comprehensive environmental, electrical, and mechanical validation of components or systems. All testing must be rigorously executed and recorded to meet military standards, ensuring full compliance with performance, durability, and operational requirements under controlled conditions. The work is to be performed at the designated site in New Cumberland, PA, with a zip code of 17070-5002, and is classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, limiting eligibility exclusively to small businesses certified under the SBA program. The NAICS code 541380 indicates this procurement falls under Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, reflecting the technical expertise and precision required for the testing process. Proposals must be submitted by the response deadline of August 10, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 30, 2026, allowing sufficient time for preparation and qualification. Although no point of contact is listed, all inquiries and submissions must be managed through the official DIBBS platform via the provided link. The contracting activity originates from the Nuclear Reactor Program under the Department of Defense, signaling the critical nature of the tested items, which are likely integral to defense-related nuclear systems. Successful subcontractors must demonstrate proven capability in executing high-stakes validation procedures and maintaining meticulous documentation as stipulated by the military specification.