CHUTE END ASSEMBLY / Z9N, F/A-18, A-D, E/F, G (GROWLER) AIRCRAFT
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 is issuing a presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for CHUTE END ASSEMBLY / Z9N for F/A-18 A-D, E/F, and G (GROWLER) aircraft. This procurement is designated as an Unrestricted Procurement (Other Than Full and Open Competition). The solicitation is expected to be released on or about February 23, 2026, with responses due by March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of CHUTE END ASSEMBLY, National Stock Number (NSN) 1680-01-164-1155. The item is manufactured by General Dynamics-OTS Inc. (CAGE 05606) under part number 211F251-100. The estimated annual quantity is 40 each.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with zero (0) options
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted Procurement (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Estimated Annual Quantity: 40 each
- Delivery: 312 days after date of order
- Inspection & Acceptance: At destination
- FOB: Origin
- Solicitation Release: On or about February 23, 2026
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 6, 2026
Special Requirements
This item requires access to data restricted to contractors certified by DOD to access unclassified data per DOD 5220.22M. Certification is obtained by submitting DD Form 2345, Military Critical Technical Data Agreement, to the Defense Logistics Information Services.
Submission & Contact
A copy of the solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFP upon its issue date. Paper copies will not be available. For inquiries, contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or 445-737-4113.