C-5 AFCS and CNP Integrated Panel
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Warner Robins, GA intends to release a firm fixed-price, sole-source Request for Proposal (RFP) to Ducommun Labarge Technologies, Inc. (CAGE 08719) for the qualification and manufacture of C-5 AFCS and CNP Integrated Panels. The RFP is anticipated to be released on or before February 11, 2026. This presolicitation notice is for informational purposes only.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the C-5 AFCS and CNP Integrated Panels, specifically NSN: 5998-01-599-8134UC (PN: 4V91084-101A) and NSN: 5998-01-599-9341UC (PN: 4V91083-101A). The requirement is for a total of 25 units of each panel type, with an ordering quantity of 5 units per year over five years. These parts are peculiar to the C-5 aircraft, with the AFCS panel providing controls and indicators for automatic flight control, featuring complete redundancy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed-Price RFP (Sole Source)
- Anticipated RFP Release: On or before February 11, 2026
- Response Date for this Notice: February 6, 2026
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
Impediment to Competition
The Government identifies Ducommun Labarge Technologies, Inc. as the only known source capable of fulfilling this requirement. As the current equipment manufacturer, Ducommun maintains the configuration by part number, and the Government does not possess the necessary data, drawings, schematics, or other releasable technical data. Therefore, Ducommun is considered the sole source with adequate knowledge, technical data, and capabilities to produce these items and ensure compatibility.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. Responses to this announcement are not offers, and the Government is not obligated to award a contract based on this information. No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses. Any information submitted by respondents is strictly voluntary.