CONTRACTOR FIRST ARTICLE TEST

The contract pertains to the procurement of a PLATE, COVER, identified by NSN 1005-00-600-8939, with a quantity of 81 units, and is classified as a defense article subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Arms Export Control Act, requiring strict adherence to export controls and DDTC registration for any manufacturer or exporter. Technical and quality compliance is governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with specific revisions controlling based on acquisition type and amendment dates. The part is designated a critical gun component requiring Contractor Fat, product verification testing, and inspection by DCMA QAR at the manufacturer’s facility. The actual manufacturer and phosphate contractor must be identified prior to award, and any changes require formal contract modification. Packaging must follow MIL-STD-2073-1 Method 33 with specified bagging and note alterations, and all technical data is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, restricted to contractors with approved JCP certification and completed DLA training. Mandatory compliance includes adherence to CMMC Level 2, qualified products and manufacturers lists, phosphate coating supplier certification, and prohibitions on ozone-depleting chemicals and intentional mercury use, with limited exceptions for functional components. Sampling follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated, and attributes are assigned specific verification levels or AQLs. Certificate of Conformance is not permitted, and non-accepted supplies must have government identification removed. Product Verification Testing may be triggered per Procurement Note E05, requiring five samples from each subcontractor, one of which may be destroyed during testing. Delivery is due within 428 days of award, and all documentation, including configuration change management and deviation requests, must be submitted for approval by the post-award contracting officer.