F-16 Wing Assemblies
ID: SPRHA4-24-R-0271Type: Presolicitation
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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, is seeking qualified sources to provide F-16 Wing Assemblies, specifically for aircraft components identified by various part numbers. The procurement aims to conduct market research to identify potential suppliers capable of meeting the agency's requirements while enhancing competition and small business access to acquisition information. These components are critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the F-16 aircraft, and the estimated delivery schedule is set for August 8, 2028. Interested parties should contact Dennis Bouy at dennis.bouy@us.af.mil for further details, and potential suppliers must be prepared to meet stringent manufacturing qualification requirements, with an estimated qualification cost of $55,000 and a completion timeframe of 600 days.

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    The document outlines the manufacturing qualification requirements for potential sources to supply Wing Assembly components (Part Numbers: 16W030M1-885, 16W030M1-886, etc.) for the F-16 aircraft. Key requirements include notifying the government of intent to qualify, providing evidence of necessary facilities and test capabilities, and verifying availability of a complete data package. Offerors must demonstrate compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards, submit a test plan for government approval, and provide a qualification article for evaluation. Costs for qualification efforts are estimated at $55,000, with an expected completion time of 600 days. If the qualifications are not met in time, offers may still be considered if sufficient compliance is demonstrated. The document also presents criteria for potential qualification waivers for previously qualified sources, including previous contracts and equivalent manufacturing capabilities. Overall, the text serves to establish a clear framework for ensuring that suppliers meet stringent requirements for military manufacturing standards while allowing some flexibility in certain circumstances.
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