Quality Inspection and First Article Testing (FAI)

The contract encompasses dimensional inspection, non-destructive testing, and the preparation of a First Article Inspection report in accordance with AS9102 standards to validate aerospace components. These activities are critical for ensuring dimensional accuracy, material integrity, and compliance with technical specifications prior to full-scale production. All testing and inspection protocols must align with industry-recognized aerospace quality requirements to guarantee component conformity and reliability in mission-critical applications. The work is performed as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, and is classified under NAICS code 541330 for engineering services. The solicitation was posted on July 17, 2026, and the performance location is not specified beyond the overarching federal procurement framework. This effort supports the validation process for aerospace parts integrated into defense systems, requiring strict adherence to AS9102 documentation and reporting formats, with results serving as formal evidence of design and manufacturing verification.