Independent Quality Testing & Certification Lab

The contract requires independent testing and certification of suspension line samples to verify compliance with specified military and quality standards, including tensile strength, elongation, abrasion resistance, and dimensional accuracy, in accordance with MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. The work must be performed by a qualified laboratory capable of delivering accurate, repeatable results and providing certified documentation that meets federal procurement requirements, ensuring the reliability and safety of critical components used in defense applications. The performance location is designated as Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, with all testing activities expected to occur at the subcontractor’s certified facility. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, restricted exclusively to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 541380, which covers engineering services and related technical testing activities. The opportunity was posted on August 2, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 10, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV. The solicitation, identified by the number SPE4A726T606C, is accessible through the DIBBS portal and is intended for subcontractors capable of supporting defense material qualification efforts with industry-recognized testing protocols and quality assurance practices.