20mm F-16 Ammunition Handling Set - NSN:1005-01-190-9802
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, GA is planning to release a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the 20mm F-16 Ammunition Handling Set (NSN: 1005-01-190-9802, P/N: 209F953). This presolicitation aims to identify potential sources for the qualification and production of this critical component. Interested parties should identify their interest and capability by June 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Transfer Unit Mechanical Housing (NSN: 1005-01-190-9802, P/N: 209F953) is a gear-driven unit attached to the M61A1 gun on the F-16 aircraft. Its primary function is to transfer live rounds from the feed chute to the feeder assembly and empty cases from the unload drive assembly into the return chute. It maintains positive control of rounds and conveyor elements, placing rounds into the gun breech bolts and receiving expended cases/unfired rounds.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a competitive Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
- Duration: Up to five 12-month ordering periods.
- Set-Aside: Up to two awards are anticipated to be set-aside for small businesses.
- Response Due (Interest): June 26, 2026
- Published: June 9, 2026
Acquisition Strategy & Evaluation
This item has an Acquisition Method Code/Suffix of 2/C, indicating suitability for competitive acquisition for the first time. It requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. Alternate sources must qualify according to approved procedures. DLA Weapons Support (DLA AW) seeks to award up to three multiple-award IDIQ contracts. The proposed procurement will be issued to approved and/or pre-qualified sources, with awards based on best value in accordance with FAR Part 15 tradeoff procedures. Pre-qualified but unapproved sources will be required to produce First Articles.
Additional Notes
This is a synopsis for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal or a commitment by the government. Responses are not offers, and no funds are available for their preparation. Any information submitted is strictly voluntary.
Contact: Todd Stimus (todd.stimus@us.af.mil) and Dakota Flournoy (dakota.flournoy@us.af.mil).