F-16 CONTROLLER START, NSN: 2925-01-436-7325RK, PN: AY7707382-1
ID: SPRTA1-25-R-0201Type: Presolicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-3070, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, AIRCRAFT PRIME MOVING (2925)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking proposals for the procurement of F-16 Controller Starts (NSN: 2925-01-436-7325RK) required for the F-16 aircraft. The solicitation, identified as RFP number SPRTA1-25-R-0201, aims to acquire a total of 47 units, with a minimum delivery of 12 units and a maximum of 71 units, to be delivered by October 31, 2025, at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. This sole source acquisition is primarily directed to R.S.L Electronics Ltd., with no competition anticipated due to supplier constraints, emphasizing the critical nature of these components for aircraft operations. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their proposals within 45 days following the publication of the presolicitation notice, and inquiries should be directed to John Nolan at john.nolan.8@us.af.mil or by phone at 405-855-3542.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of “Start Controllers” (NSN: 2925-01-436-7325RK) required for the F-16 aircraft. The RFP number is SPRTA1-25-R-0201, with an estimated issue date of March 28, 2025, and a closing date of April 28, 2025. The total quantity sought is 47 units, with a minimum delivery of 12 and a maximum of 71 units. Delivery is required by October 31, 2025, at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The RFP specifies that there are no qualification or export control requirements, and IUID standards will apply. The primary source identified is R.S.L Electronics Ltd. No competition is anticipated as the government intends to solicit from limited sources due to supplier constraints. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit proposals within a 45-day window following the publication of this notice. Inquiries regarding the RFP should be directed to John Nolan at the provided contact details. The document conveys that any awarded contract is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds and does not constitute a binding obligation until confirmed by the contracting officer.
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