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First Article Testing Services

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The contract requires the performance of First Article Testing on three units of air breathing hose, with all testing to be conducted in strict compliance with military standards and FAR 52.209-3. The successful bidder must prepare and submit a fully compliant test report no later than 90 days after contract award, ensuring all technical and procedural requirements are met to validate the product's conformity to specifications. The testing scope is focused on verifying the performance, safety, and durability of the air breathing hose under defined operational conditions as mandated by defense procurement regulations. This subcontract is managed by the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense, with performance expected to take place in San Diego, CA, at the specified zip code 92136-3581. The solicitation was posted on July 26, 2026, and responses were due by August 6, 2026, under NAICS code 541380, which classifies the work within scientific and technical consulting services. Although no set-aside designation or point of contact is provided, bidders must ensure adherence to all federal acquisition requirements and military testing protocols to meet the deliverables, with failure to comply potentially resulting in rejection or contractual nonconformance.

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First Article Testing on three air breathing hoses per military standards, report due in 90 days at San Diego, CA.

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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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SAN DIEGO, CA, 92136-3581, US

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISION
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Conduct First Article Testing (FAT) on three units of air breathing hose, prepare and submit a compliant test report within 90 days, in accordance with FAR 52.209-3 and military standards.

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