F-16 Door, Access, Aircraft
ID: SPRHA426Q0154Type: 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)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, Utah, is soliciting quotations for the procurement of an access door for the F-16 aircraft, identified by NSN 1560-01-325-4915. This opportunity is a small business set-aside, specifically targeting qualified sources such as Aerospace & Commercial and Lockheed Martin, and includes options for bids that may or may not require a First Article Test Report. The access door is critical for the operational functionality of the F-16, necessitating strict compliance with delivery schedules, packaging standards, and various federal regulations, including those related to supply chain traceability and cybersecurity. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by February 6, 2026, and can direct inquiries to April Blakeley at april.blakeley@us.af.mil for further information.

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    DD FORM 1423-1, FEB 2001, titled "CONTRACT DATA REQUIREMENTS LIST (1 Data Item)" outlines the requirements for contractors to submit data to the U.S. Government. This form is used in federal government RFPs, grants, and state/local RFPs to standardize data deliverables. It details specific instructions for completing each block, including data item numbers, titles, authority documents, contract references, requiring offices, and distribution statements. The document emphasizes the proper marking of distribution statements and export control warnings on all technical data. It also provides guidelines for the frequency, as-of dates, and submission dates of data items, distinguishing between contractor and government testing requirements. Furthermore, the form clarifies pricing groups for data items, defining costs associated with data preparation and delivery based on the data's essentiality to the primary contracted effort. Key details include specific instructions for
    The Engineering Data List (EDL), dated October 21, 2025, with revision 2, details engineering data for an F-16 aircraft's access door, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE: 81755). This comprehensive list includes various engineering drawings and accompanying documents related to components such as the door assembly, hinge assembly, and wiring brackets. It also covers materials like sealants, primers, adhesives, and aluminum alloys, along with processes like chemical milling, metal removal, and anodizing. The EDL specifies critical procedures for surface roughness, torque values, fastener installation, and non-destructive testing, including penetrant, hardness, conductivity, and ultrasonic inspections. The document provides a legend for furnished method codes, indicating how each item of data is supplied (e.g., with solicitation, upon request, or not available). It also notes that the release of this data to foreign entities requires approval from the Foreign Disclosure Office, highlighting controlled distribution for sensitive information.
    This document outlines the manufacturing qualification requirements for the F-16 Door Assembly, Lower Strake (P/N: 16B1590-257). To become a qualified source, offerors must notify the government, certify access to necessary facilities and equipment, verify possession of a complete data package including drawing 16B1590, and demonstrate compliance with manufacturing and unique identification (UID) requirements. They must also submit a qualification test plan for approval, provide a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation, and cover all associated costs, estimated at $5500 with a 180-day completion estimate. Full qualification is mandatory before contract award. The document also details six specific criteria under which a source qualification waiver may be granted, potentially exempting offerors from some requirements, though a post-contract first article exhibit might still be needed.
    The document is a Surplus Materiel Worksheet dated October 8, 2025, detailing the evaluation criteria for considering surplus government property to fulfill an F-16 application requirement for NSN 1560013254915WF and part number 16B1590-257. The evaluation, performed by Gary J. Carter, indicates that surplus material will be considered based on specific criteria outlined in AFMC FAR Supplement Part 5352. Acceptable categories include new/unused government surplus, requiring part number verification, prior government ownership, 100% end item inspection, and test and verification. The material must be in its original packaging, unaltered, and pass a 100% inspection for correctness. The evaluation emphasizes adherence to regulations and the necessity for thorough testing and inspection by government QA, particularly for items with prior government ownership, ensuring they are free of defects. This worksheet serves as a crucial guide for determining the suitability of surplus items for federal procurement needs.
    The document outlines comprehensive preservation, packaging, and marking requirements for government contracts, emphasizing adherence to Department of Defense (DoD) military standards, federal regulations, and international agreements. Key standards include MIL-STD-2073-1 for military packaging, ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging, and MIL-STD 129 for military marking. Specialized requirements address hazardous materials, classified items, and electrostatic sensitive devices, mandating compliance with specific codes like 49 CFR and ISPM 15 for wood packaging. The document also covers procedures for reusable containers, reporting discrepancies via Web Supply Discrepancy Report, and accessing government packaging documents through the ASSIST website. The overarching purpose is to ensure consistent, compliant, and safe handling, storage, and shipment of materials within government contracts.
    This government file outlines packaging requirements for international trade, specifically focusing on wood packaging material (WPM) to prevent the spread of invasive species like the pinewood nematode. It mandates that all WPM, including pallets, boxes, and crates, must be constructed from debarked wood and heat-treated to 56 degrees Celsius (133 degrees Fahrenheit) for 30 minutes. Certification and marking by an ALSC-recognized agency are required, referencing ISPM No. 15. The document also includes caution notices regarding repackaging existing assets, referencing NSNs, allowing substitution of packaging materials if they meet MIL-STD-2073 and provide equal or better protection without increased cost, and detailing requirements for Level A and Level B packaging for severe worldwide shipment and storage conditions, particularly for security assistance items.
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) SPRHA4-26-Q-0154, issued by DLA Aviation - Ogden, seeks a `DOOR,ACCESS,AIRCRAFT` (NSN 1560-01-325-4915 WF) for the F-16, with a due date of February 6, 2026. The acquisition, a small business set-aside with NAICS Code 336413, is restricted to qualified sources like Aerospace & Commercial (Cage 1XKR3) and Lockheed Martin (Cage 81755). It includes options for bids requiring or not requiring a First Article Test Report (FATR) and a First Article (FA). Key requirements include strict adherence to a Required Delivery Schedule (RDS) and specific packaging and marking standards (MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-129/ASTM-D-3951). Contractors must comply with various federal regulations, including those on supply chain traceability, ozone-depleting substances, and the Buy American and Balance of Payments Programs. Payments will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, and an ombudsman is available for concerns. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with quality assurance, item unique identification (IUID), and cybersecurity requirements.
    This Department of the Air Force memorandum, dated February 2, 2022, addresses the handling of unmarked engineering data for vendors and contractors. It mandates that any drawing lacking a distribution statement and export control notice must be treated with specific markings: “DISTRIBUTION D. Distribution authorized to DoD and US DoD contractors only, Critical Technology, 2 February 2022.” It further includes a warning about the export restrictions under the Arms Export Control Act and the Export Administration Act of 1979, detailing severe criminal penalties for violations. The document emphasizes that unauthorized dissemination of this information is prohibited for qualified U.S. contractors and may lead to disqualification for future DoD contracts. It also clarifies that the U.S. Government assumes no liability for patent infringement, misuse of technical data, or the adequacy/accuracy of the data provided. The memorandum concludes by advising that commercial use of the data may require a separate license and instructs to include a copy of this notice with any reproductions of the data.
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