CELL,FUEL,AIRCRAFT
ID: SPRHA4-26-Q-0192Type: 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

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/45aa9b594d8143f68f8c119d1093211d/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, Utah, is soliciting bids for the procurement of F-16 two-place aircraft fuel cells, identified by NSN 1560-01-054-1246WF. The procurement includes a First Article Test Report and requires adherence to specific manufacturer part numbers, with a total of three line items: a test report, a first article, and a production article, all of which are critical safety items. These fuel cells are essential components for the F-16 aircraft, ensuring operational readiness and safety. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications by January 19, 2026, and can contact Michelle Parker at michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil or 385-519-8190 for further details.

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    Michelle Parker
    (385) 519-8190
    michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil
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    Attachments.pdf
    This government file outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for a First Article Test Report concerning an aircraft fuel cell (NSN: 1560-01-054-1246WF) for the F-16. It details submission requirements, distribution statements (including export control warnings), and clarifies content specifications for the test report, such as dimensional listings, material certifications, and processing details. The document also includes comprehensive manufacturing qualification requirements for potential sources, covering facilities, data verification, manufacturing processes, testing, and pre-contract award qualification articles. It provides cost and time estimates for qualification and outlines six criteria for potential source qualification waivers.
    SPRHA426Q0192.pdf
    The Request for Quotation (RFQ) SPRHA4-26-Q-0192, issued by DLA Aviation - Ogden, is for the procurement of F-16 two-place aircraft fuel cells, identified as a critical safety item. The RFQ is not a small business set-aside and has a closing date of January 19, 2026. Key requirements include qualification packages (waived for Lockheed Martin Corporation and Meggitt (Rockmart) Inc.), adherence to specific manufacturer part numbers, and comprehensive supply chain traceability documentation. The acquisition includes a First Article Test Report and a First Article (CLIN 0001AB) which requires Government testing, with a delivery of 270 calendar days. Lockheed Martin (cage 81755) is exempt from First Article testing. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129R, and all payments will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The document also outlines various clauses covering topics such as the Buy American Act, prohibition on certain foreign-made unmanned aircraft systems, and environmental regulations concerning ozone-depleting substances and aerosols.
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