HASS _ ESS PWS FY27.docx

This is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) and Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) services to be provided to the Department of the Army. The contractor shall provide comprehensive screening and testing services for electronic components and assemblies to identify defects and ensure reliability prior to fielding. The PWS establishes performance requirements for executing accelerated stress testing protocols, including thermal cycling, vibration testing, and environmental chamber testing, with specific emphasis on detecting latent defects and weak components that could fail during operational use.

The contractor must maintain compliance with applicable military standards and specifications, provide detailed test reports and data documentation, and ensure all testing is conducted within established quality assurance parameters. The services are required to support Army equipment lifecycle management and procurement quality assurance initiatives. Performance metrics include test completion timelines, defect detection accuracy, and adherence to specified screening procedures. The statement emphasizes the contractor's responsibility for maintaining calibrated test equipment, qualified personnel, and documentation of all screening activities in accordance with Army technical requirements and federal acquisition regulations.