C-130 Pisont, linear Actua

This federal Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number SPRHA1-26-Q-0984, is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The solicitation is restricted to qualified sources—specifically Hydromach Inc, Johnson Manufacturing, and International Precision—for the procurement of linear actuator pistons (NSN: 1650-00-404-6550 LE) for C-130 aircraft under NAICS code 336413. The acquisition features two bidding structures. Bid A requires a First Article Test (FAT) and includes a First Article Test Report, one First Article unit delivered within 365 days after receipt of order (ARO), and three production units delivered within 180 days after First Article approval. Bid B is for contractors with waived First Article requirements and dictates the delivery of four production units on or before March 30, 2028. Key administrative and technical requirements include Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1, item unique identification (IUID) marking per MIL-STD-130, and packaging in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1E. All shipping containers must meet military marking standards under MIL-STD-129R. Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office on or before October 14, 2026, and offered prices must remain firm for 120 days.

This Department of the Air Force memorandum, issued by the Engineering Data Service Center at Hill Air Force Base, establishes critical handling and export control instructions for unmarked engineering data within Department of Defense (DoD) solicitation packages. The document mandates that any drawing lacking explicit distribution markings must be treated under Distribution Statement D, which restricts access solely to DoD agencies and certified US DoD contractors. This technical data is federally protected under the Arms Export Control Act and the Export Administration Act. Unauthorized dissemination or export of this information—including sharing it with foreign nationals within the United States—without proper licensing from the Department of State or Department of Commerce is a violation of federal law. Violations carry severe civil and criminal penalties, including substantial fines, imprisonment, and disqualification from securing future government contracts. Additionally, the memorandum outlines that the U.S. Government assumes no liability for patent infringements, data inaccuracies, or damages resulting from the use of the provided technical data. Contractors are required to include this restrictive notice in any partial or complete reproduction of the data shared with other qualified U.S. contractors.

This packaging instruction document establishes compliance, distribution, and material requirements for shipping Department of Defense (DoD) assets. Classified under Distribution Statement D, access is restricted to DoD agencies and their contractors, with specific destruction protocols mandated to prevent unauthorized disclosure. The document outlines vital operational guidelines: - **Packaging Integrity:** Prior packaging editions remain valid if integrity is maintained, and material substitutions are permitted under MIL-STD-2073 if they offer equal or superior protection at no extra cost. - **Level A Protection:** Required for severe worldwide transit, storage, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to prevent environmental or physical damage. Level B packs must be overboxed when Level A is specified. - **Phytosanitary Compliance:** In compliance with international trade standard ISPM No. 15, all wood packaging materials (WPM)—including pallets, boxes, and crates—must be constructed from debarked, heat-treated wood and marked by an approved agency to prevent invasive species contamination. - **Assembly Instructions:** Outlines specific procedures for securing assets, including bonding pads with approved adhesives, wrapping items, and utilizing cushioning to ensure a snug fit.

This Department of Defense Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the strict preservation, packaging, and marking requirements that contractors must adhere to for federal shipments. Contractors are required to develop military packaging in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1 and complete appropriate documentation, such as AFMC Form 158 and designated Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs). Material marking and storage must comply with MIL-STD-129, including the application of Serviceable Tags or Labels (DD Form 1574/1574-1) to containers. For international shipments utilizing wood packaging materials, contractors must use compliant materials under the ISPM 15 standard. Additionally, specialized components demand precise protocols: electrostatic-sensitive materials must follow ESD protection standards (such as ANSI/ESD S20.20 and MIL-HDBK-773), while hazardous materials require strict compliance with 49 CFR, international dangerous goods regulations, and the submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313. Contractors are also responsible for maintaining and safeguarding reusable shipping containers, retrieving specialized packaging drawings via the SPIRES database, and utilizing the WebSDR system to report and resolve any packaging discrepancies. All specifications and standard documents can be accessed via the official ASSIST database.

This Engineering Data List (EDL), Revision 13, dated September 2, 2025, outlines the technical data requirements for a linear actuator piston (National Stock Number: 1650004046550LE) used on the C-130 landing gear. Issued by the 429th Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS) at Hill Air Force Base, the document specifies the necessary drawings and engineering notes required for the manufacture of the drag strut actuating cylinder piston. The EDL lists three primary engineering documents—drawings 394018, 18A6614-H, and 20A6511-H—and identifies Air Force Drawing 201416605 as the source for landing gear requirements and engineering notes. Notably, the document informs supply chain personnel that Hill AFB Form 462 (Engineering Instructions) has been discontinued and superseded by these updated engineering notes. This technical data is restricted, and its release to foreign-owned or influenced companies requires prior approval from the Foreign Disclosure Office. All required documents are marked to be furnished with the solicitation.

This document outlines the federal manufacturing qualification requirements for vendors seeking to become qualified sources for the Linear Actuating Piston, Drag Strut, NLG (NSN: 1650-00-404-6550, P/N: 394018-7) used on the C-130 aircraft. To achieve qualification, offerors must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package in accordance with federal acquisition regulations. Key requirements include certifying access to adequate manufacturing, testing, and storage facilities, as well as verifying possession of the most current government data package. Additionally, vendors must manufacture the item to engineering specifications, comply with Unique Identification (UID) standards, and submit a qualification test plan and report to the 417 SCMS/GUEA at their own expense. Offerors must also provide a pre-contract award qualification article for form, fit, and function evaluation, unless a waiver is granted. The estimated cost for testing and evaluation is $1,500, with an estimated completion time of 365 days. Potential sources may apply for a waiver of some or all qualification requirements if they meet specific Qualification Waiver Criteria (QWC). These criteria apply to vendors who have previously supplied the item to the government or an OEM, are qualified for the parent assembly or similar parts, or have undergone organizational changes but retained identical manufacturing capabilities. However, qualifying or receiving a waiver does not guarantee a contract award, and qualified vendors may still require a post-award first article exhibit.

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