Quality Inspection & First Article Testing (FAI)

The contract requires execution of dimensional inspection, material verification, and preparation of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with AS9102 or an equivalent standard for defense production lots. This work is critical to ensuring compliance with aerospace and defense quality standards, verifying that initial production units meet all specified engineering requirements before mass production proceeds. The scope includes thorough validation of part geometry, material composition, and process capability to support certification of production readiness. This subcontract is managed under the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541380 indicating it falls under engineering services. The contract was posted on July 16, 2026, and is linked to the award identifier SPE7L325P5044 through the DIBBS system. While specific location details for performance or contact information are not provided, the nature of the work implies that inspections and reports must be conducted at manufacturing sites involved in defense component production, ensuring adherence to stringent military and aerospace quality protocols.