1560-01-224-0803 (26-R-0080)
ID: SPRHA4-26-R-0080Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT OGDEN, UTHILL AIR FORCE BASE, UT, 84056-5820, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, Utah, is soliciting proposals for the acquisition of F-16 aircraft fuel cells, specifically identified by NSN 1560-01-224-0803. This procurement is restricted to qualified sources, namely Axillon Aerospace (Rockmart) Inc. and Lockheed Martin Corporation, and includes stringent requirements such as on-time delivery, a mandatory first article approval process, and adherence to detailed packaging and marking specifications in accordance with military standards. The fuel cells are critical components for the F-16 aircraft, emphasizing the importance of compliance with safety and quality standards in defense operations. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by January 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and can contact Johnny Wakefield at johnny.wakefield.2@us.af.mil or by phone at 385-591-3547 for further information.

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    The DD FORM 1423-1, FEB 2001, serves as a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for government contracts, detailing data item requirements. This specific form outlines the submission of a "First Article Test Report" (Data Item No. A001) for an Aircraft Fuel Cell (NSN 1560-01-224-0803WF). Key requirements include the contractor's format for the report, with specific details on dimensions, material identification and certification, and material processing certifications. The report must also adhere to Engineering Data Requirement (HILL AFB Form 462) and include a Distribution Statement "B" and an Export Control Warning on the first page. Submission frequencies and delivery instructions vary for contractor and government testing, with specific shipping addresses for physical reports and an email address for electronic submission. The document also provides instructions for government personnel on completing the form and defines four price groups (Group I, II, III, IV) for estimating the cost of data items, emphasizing that only direct costs attributable to data production should be included.
    The Engineering Data List (EDL) dated June 29, 2023, Revision 15, details engineering information for the F-16 aircraft's fuel cell. The document, from Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE 81755), lists critical reference numbers like 16VB004002-7 for the "CELL,FUEL,AIRCRAFT." It includes various engineering documents such as HILL AFB FORM 462 and 16VB004002 for the F-16 fuselage fuel tank, along with addendum specifications and interpretation formats. The EDL emphasizes that the release of this data to foreign-owned, controlled, or influenced companies requires approval from the Foreign Disclosure Office. This document is crucial for understanding the technical specifications and controlled distribution of sensitive aerospace engineering data within government contracts.
    This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT 'A')", outlines manufacturing instructions for a F-16 FUSELAGE TWO PL AIRCRAFT, FORWARD, REMOVABLE FUEL TANK with Part Number 16VB004002-7 and National Stock Number 1560-01-224-0803WF. Prepared by George Slaughter from 416 SCMS/GUEAA on June 29, 2023, the document specifies that military specifications/standards will not be provided in the bid set. It emphasizes that listed sources/materials are exclusive, requiring prior engineering approval for substitutions. Deviations from control drawing specifications are also unauthorized without prior approval. All items must comply with MIL-STD-130 for marking.
    This document outlines the manufacturing qualification requirements for Fuel Cells used in F-16 Aircraft. To become a qualified source, offerors must notify the government of their intent to qualify, certify access to manufacturing and testing facilities, and make them available for inspection. They must possess a complete data package including specific Lockheed Martin drawings and demonstrate compliance with manufacturing and unique identification requirements. Offerors are responsible for providing data from quality, performance, and environmental evaluations, identifying material sources, and detailing their management of Critical Safety Items. A qualification test plan must be submitted for approval, followed by a complete test report. A pre-contract award qualification article must be provided for evaluation. The estimated cost for testing and evaluation is $50,000, and Lockheed Martin wet test fixtures, costing an estimated $1.2 million, are required. The qualification process is estimated to take 730 days. Offerors must be fully qualified by the contract award date. Waivers for qualification requirements may be granted to sources who have previously supplied similar articles to the government or OEM, or who have undergone corporate restructuring while maintaining capabilities.
    The Statement of Work outlines comprehensive preservation, packaging, and marking requirements for government contractors, focusing on adherence to various military and commercial standards. Key directives include using MIL-STD 2073-1 for military packaging, ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging, and MIL-STD 129 for military marking. Specialized requirements cover hazardous materials, electrostatic discharge sensitive items, palletized unit loads, and specialized shipping containers, demanding compliance with specific DoD, federal, and international regulations like 49 CFR, ICAO, IATA, and ISPM 15. The document also details procedures for managing reusable containers, reporting discrepancies via WebSDR, and accessing government packaging documents through the ASSIST website. The overarching goal is to ensure proper handling, identification, and shipment of materials to meet stringent government and military standards.
    This document outlines regulations for handling hazardous materials, specifically items containing residual fuel, and provides detailed packaging and destruction notices. It mandates that such items be packed according to hazardous material regulations and certified by authorized personnel. The document also includes distribution restrictions for Department of Defense and U.S. DOD contractors only. Furthermore, it details international standards for phytosanitary measures, focusing on the revision of ISPM No. 15 for wood packaging material (WPM). This section requires all WPM to be constructed from debarked, heat-treated wood, certified by an ALSC-recognized agency, to prevent the spread of invasive species like the pinewood nematode. The overall purpose is to ensure safe and compliant handling, packaging, and destruction of specific materials for both domestic and international shipments.
    This government solicitation, SPRHA4-26-R-0080, issued by DLA Aviation – Ogden, outlines requirements for the acquisition of F-16 aircraft fuel cells (NSN: 1560-01-224-0803 WF). The acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: AXILLON AEROSPACE (ROCKMART) INC. and LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION, with a NAICS code of 336413 and a size standard of 1,250 employees. Key aspects include strict on-time delivery requirements, a mandatory first article approval process (unless waived), and detailed packaging and marking specifications following MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-STD-2073-1E. Contractors must maintain supply chain traceability documentation for ten years. The document also details Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions and numerous federal acquisition regulations, including those concerning critical safety items, unique item identification (IUID), and various ethical and labor standards. The solicitation has a closing date of January 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
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