This is a contract for the manufacture of specialized aluminum containers according to a specific technical drawing. The work requires strict adherence to detailed welding, cleaning, and finishing procedures, and a mandatory First Article Test with an estimated government testing cost of $10,000. New manufacturers may require a pre-award survey and all offerors must contact the buyer for source approval and testing location details. The contract includes numerous standard government clauses and is set aside for small businesses.

This is a contract for the manufacture of specialized aluminum containers according to a specific technical drawing. The work requires strict adherence to detailed welding, cleaning, finishing, and quality assurance procedures, including a mandatory First Article Test. The government estimates the cost for this first article testing to be $10,000, which will be added to the offeror's price. A pre-award survey and post-award conference may be required, especially for new manufacturers. The contractor is responsible for all tooling, testing equipment, and the costs associated with shipping samples to and from the First Article Test facility.