AFMC_260_First_Article_Redacted.pdf

This First Article Requirements document (AFMC IMT 260) details specifications for a new manufacture of a B-2 Cylinder Assembly (NSN 1680-01-350-2780) for the Air Force Materiel Command. The solicitation is for 23 units with an additional 3 units for first article testing, anticipated as a sole source award to Technetics Group Daytona, Inc. Key requirements include submitting a First Article Test Report within 120 days of contract award, which must include certifications, dimensional check worksheets, calibration records, job travelers, and testing results. The government will provide written approval/disapproval within 90 days of receiving the first article package, with delivery of the remaining 23 units to occur 30 days after first article approval.

The contract involves contractor testing, with an estimated government testing cost of $42,100. Technetics Group must manufacture the first article at the same facilities where production will occur and provide a certification to that effect. The cognizant engineering organization responsible for approving and conducting tests is 423 SCMS/GUEA, with Andrew Stephens as the primary contact. The first article is considered critical to the safe operation of the end item, requiring close verification of the contractor's ability to produce the item through dimensional inspection and material process certification.