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The contract requires independent first article inspection and testing of a heat shield to verify compliance with engineering specifications through dimensional analysis, material characterization, and fully compliant AS9102 reporting. The work demands rigorous adherence to aerospace quality standards, ensuring that every batch of heat shields meets precise design and performance criteria before acceptance. All testing procedures and documentation must align with AS9102 requirements to confirm conformance and support traceability throughout the supply chain. This subcontract, issued under NAICS code 541380 by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense, is focused exclusively on quality assurance activities for critical thermal protection components. The performance location is not specified, but the deliverables include comprehensive inspection reports and verified data packages that validate the heat shield’s fitness for use in defense applications. The work is scheduled to commence in July 2026 and will be conducted by a qualified third-party inspector with demonstrated expertise in aerospace first article processes.

General Info

Independent first article inspection and testing of heat shield per AS9102 for defense use, commencing July 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPEA4726P5370.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedJul 21

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Independent first article inspection and testing of the heat shield, including dimensional verification, material analysis, and AS9102-compliant reporting to ensure conformance with engineering requirements.

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