F-16 Rudder, Aircraft
ID: SPRHA4-26-Q-0223Type: 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, UT, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of an F-16 Rudder, specifically identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 1560-01-077-1314 WF. The contract requires compliance with stringent manufacturing and packaging standards, including adherence to military specifications and international phytosanitary standards for wood packaging materials. The F-16 Rudder is a critical component for aircraft operations, necessitating precise engineering and quality assurance processes, including a First Article Test Report and various inspections. Interested contractors should contact Kody Quayle at kody.quayle@us.af.mil for further details, and must ensure compliance with all outlined requirements and deadlines as specified in the solicitation documents.

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    The DD FORM 1423-1, FEB 2001, serves as a Contract Data Requirements List for federal government contracts, specifically for a "Test/Inspection Report" on an "Aircraft Rudder." It outlines the requirements for data submissions, emphasizing that contractors must provide a First Article Test Report (DI-NDTI-80809B/T). Key requirements include listing dimensions and tolerances with actual readings, certifying materials, and identifying and certifying manufacturing processes. The document specifies distribution statements, export control warnings, and submission procedures for government testing, including shipment details and email submission to jaime.meredith@us.af.mil. It also defines four price groups (I-IV) for estimating data item costs, detailing what costs are attributable to data production or development. The form clarifies instructions for both government and contractor personnel on completing various blocks of the DD Form 1423, ensuring compliance and proper data management for government acquisitions.
    The Engineering Data List (EDL) for the F-16 Aircraft Rudder (NSN: 1560010771314WF, Reference Number: 16T7302-805), manufactured by Lockheed Martin Corporation, outlines essential engineering drawings, documents, and materials. The EDL, revised on November 8, 2023, details components such as precipitation static dischargers, various fasteners (nuts, bolts), and numerous adhesive and sealant materials (e.g., epoxy resin, fuel tank sealant). It also lists process specifications for manufacturing, including laminates, finishing, adhesive bonding, metal removal, electrical bonding, and plastic parts. Non-destructive testing methods like penetrant, hardness, conductivity, and ultrasonic inspections are specified. The document further includes detailed assemblies for the rudder, such as the skin, trailing edge wedge, and bellcrank, along with installation procedures and related components like spars and ribs. Crucially, the release of this data to foreign entities requires approval from the Foreign Disclosure Office, highlighting controlled information.
    This document outlines the engineering data requirements for the manufacture of the F-16 Rudder Assy., Part Number 16T7302-805, with National Stock Number 1560-01-077-1314WF. Prepared by Kacey Abbott of 416 SCMS/GUEAA on November 2, 2023, the document specifies the use of particular specifications and standards in lieu of superseded data, which will not be provided unless explicitly indicated. It emphasizes that listed sources and materials on standards, specifications, and drawings are the only approved options, requiring prior engineering approval for any substitutions or deviations. Key instructions include part marking per MIL-STD-130 instead of FPS-3008, the non-requirement and non-provision of 16PR100, and the use of IGES LOFT data for 16PR006. Additionally, it mandates the use of material per SAE AMS-QQ-A-250/4 in place of QQ-A-250/4.
    This government file outlines the manufacturing qualification requirements for the F-16 Rudder (P/N: 16T7302-805, NSN: 1560-01-077-1314). To become a qualified source, offerors must notify the government of their intent to qualify, certify facility and testing capabilities, verify a complete data package including Lockheed Martin drawing 16T7302, and manufacture the item to government and UID requirements. Offerors must also submit a qualification test plan for approval, provide a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation, and bear all associated costs, estimated at $5,500 with a 90-day completion estimate. Full qualification is mandatory before contract award. The document also details five Source Qualification Waiver Criteria (QWC) for potential sources, including prior supply to the government, qualification for assemblies or earlier dash numbers, qualification for similar items, or previous qualification by an acquired/merged entity, which may exempt them from some requirements.
    This government Statement of Work outlines comprehensive preservation, packaging, and marking requirements for offerors, emphasizing adherence to various Department of Defense (DoD) Military Standards, ASTM International, ANSI, and federal regulations. Key standards include MIL-STD 2073-1 for military packaging, ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging, and MIL-STD 129 for military marking. It details specific requirements for hazardous materials, classified materials, electrostatic discharge sensitive items, and wood packaging material (ISPM 15). The document also covers specialized shipping containers (MIL-STD-648), palletized unit loads (MIL-STD-147), and procedures for handling reusable containers and reporting discrepancies via WebSDR. Offerors must use resources like SPIRES and ASSIST for documentation and comply with federal clauses regarding hazardous material identification. The aim is to ensure proper handling, identification, and shipment of materials for DoD activities.
    This government file outlines distribution, destruction, and packaging requirements, with a strong emphasis on international phytosanitary standards for wood packaging material (WPM). Distribution is restricted to DOD and U.S. DOD contractors, while destruction must follow NISPOM or Information Security Program procedures. Key notes detail specific wrapping, nailing, and adhesive application instructions for packaging items. The document highlights compliance with ISPM No. 15, addressing invasive species like the pinewood nematode. It mandates that all WPM, including lumber, pallets, and containers, must be constructed from debarked, heat-treated wood (56°C/133°F for 30 minutes) and certified by an ALSC-recognized agency. This ensures global shipping compliance, whether direct or via logistics centers.
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) SPRHA4-26-Q-0223, issued by DLA Aviation - Ogden on December 22, 2025, seeks proposals for aircraft rudders. The solicitation is restricted to qualified sources: Aerospace & Commercial Technologies and Lockheed Martin Corp. Key requirements include adherence to a Required Delivery Schedule (RDS) with potential for negotiation, and a First Article Test Report (FATR) for Item 0001AA, with a separate Firm Fixed Price for the First Article (0001AB). Production articles (0001AC) are also detailed. The document outlines stringent packaging and marking standards (MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-2073-1E) and mandates electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Important clauses cover qualification requirements, first article approval with government testing, item unique identification, and various federal acquisition regulations, including those on small business programs, labor standards, environmental protection, and prohibitions on certain foreign-made equipment, especially unmanned aircraft systems.
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