GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTR
ID: SPRHA4-26-Q-0098Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OGDEN, UTHILL AIR FORCE BASE, UT, 84056-5820, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6fddf025b18d4532bb3cf1ce88f2bdfd/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, UT, is soliciting bids for the procurement of a Grip Assembly, specifically the "GRIP ASSEMBLY, CONTR" (NSN: 1680-01-263-0648 WF) for F-16 aircraft. This contract includes the delivery of various line items, including a first article and production articles, with strict compliance to quality assurance standards such as ISO 9001-2015 and military specifications for packaging and marking. The Grip Assembly is a critical component that enhances the aircraft's operational capabilities, emphasizing the importance of adherence to rigorous manufacturing and counterfeit prevention protocols. Interested small businesses must submit their quotations by January 22, 2026, and can contact Michelle Parker at michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil or 385-519-8190 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Parker
    (385) 519-8190
    michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil
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    Attachments.pdf
    The document outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (DD FORM 1423-1) for a “GRIP ASSEMBLY, PILOTS CONTROLLER” for the F-16, part number 16C1090-1 and NSN 1680-01-263-0648WF, manufactured by Lockheed Martin. It details engineering data, manufacturing instructions, and a comprehensive list of required specifications, standards, and processes. A significant portion addresses strict packaging and marking requirements, including military standards (MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129), hazardous material handling (49 CFR, ICAO, IATA), and electrostatic discharge protection. Crucially, the document specifies rigorous manufacturing qualification requirements, including facility and equipment certification, data verification, manufacturing/process verification, and test and evaluation procedures, with an estimated qualification cost of $4000 and a 180-day completion time. It also defines waiver criteria for source qualification, particularly regarding lead-free solder use, emphasizing its impact on flight safety and national security.
    SPRHA4-26-Q-0098.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) SPRHA4-26-Q-0098, issued by DLA Aviation – Ogden, seeks a 'GRIP ASSEMBLY,CONTR' (NSN: 1680-01-263-0648 WF) for F-16 aircraft. The RFQ, dated December 22, 2025, requires quotations by January 22, 2026. It includes options for bids requiring or not requiring a First Article, with quantities of 14 and 15 production articles, respectively. Key requirements include compliance with a Required Delivery Schedule, ISO 9001-2015 quality assurance, MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129R for marking, and MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging. Contractors must provide supply chain traceability documentation, including manufacturer and intermediary details. The procurement also addresses counterfeit prevention, unique item identification (IUID), and adherence to various FAR and DFARS clauses, including limitations on subcontracting for small businesses. An ombudsman is available for concerns.
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