Advanced Color Multi-Functional Display (ACMFD) DMC Retrofit
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Air Force has issued a pre-solicitation synopsis for the Advanced Color Multi-Functional Display (ACMFD) DMC Retrofit for USAF F-16 Block 25/30/32 aircraft. This requirement is for the F-16 System Program Office (SPO) to upgrade existing ACMFD units. The Government intends to award a sole-source contract to ElbitAmerica, Inc. due to proprietary data rights. Responses from interested parties are due by March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This effort involves upgrading ACMFD units, specifically:
- CLIN 0001: ACMFD Upgrade – MB383B-00 to MB383B-20
- CLIN 0002: ACMFD Upgrade – MB383B-01 to MB383B-20
- CLIN 0003: Data – Not Separately Price (NSP)
Performance will occur at the contractor's facility. The Product Service Code (PSC) is J016 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories), and the NAICS code is 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation synopsis, intent to award sole-source contract
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) - Only one responsible source
- Anticipated Source: ElbitAmerica, Inc. (CAGE: 50218)
- Estimated Value: $900,000
- Duration: Base ordering period of 4 years
- Anticipated Award: March 2026
- Set-Aside: No Set Asides
- Foreign Participation: Not permitted at the prime contractor level
- Proposed Solicitation Number: FA8232-26-R-B007
- Published Date: February 4, 2026
- Response Due: March 6, 2026 (45 days from publication)
Sole Source Justification
ElbitAmerica, Inc. is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and owns all data rights for the ACMFD. The Government does not possess ACMFD data rights, will not offer development support, and lacks funds for reverse engineering efforts.
Response Requirements
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation within 45 days of publication. Responses will be considered to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Interested parties must identify their business size (e.g., large, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, SDVOSB) and whether they are a U.S. or foreign-owned entity.
Contact Information
Direct questions to Kirsten Rivera, Contracting Officer, at kirsten.rivera@us.af.mil.