Quality Inspection and First Article Testing (FAT) Services

The contract seeks independent first article testing and quality inspection services to ensure compliance with MIL-STD-1916 standards, encompassing dimensional analysis, material verification, torque testing, and zero-defect sampling to guarantee product integrity from the outset of production. These activities are critical for validating that all components meet stringent military specifications before full-scale manufacturing begins, with an emphasis on eliminating defects at the earliest stage. The work is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 541330 for engineering services. The solicitation is managed by the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense, with performance required at a specified location in Bremerton, Washington, zip code 98314-6001. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, and responses are due by July 24, 2026. Bidders must be prepared to deliver comprehensive quality assurance documentation aligned with military standards and ensure all testing protocols are executed with precision and traceability. This contract is not open to large businesses and is exclusively reserved for qualified small business concerns under federal procurement regulations.