Combined Request for Information and Synopsis (26-R-0248)
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 Ogden, UT has issued Solicitation SPRHA4-26-R-0248 for the procurement of 403 BATTERY, STORAGE units (NSN: 6140-01-055-0435, P/N: 16VE013003-1) for F-16 Inertial Navigation Unit (INU) application. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must be fully qualified or complete the manufacturing qualification process before contract award. Proposals are due February 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the manufacture and delivery of 403 F-16 INU Batteries. This includes adherence to specific engineering data, technical specifications, and rigorous packaging and marking standards. The acquisition is restricted to qualified sources, necessitating a comprehensive manufacturing qualification process for new entrants.
Technical & Qualification Requirements
- Engineering Data: Compliance with specific drawings (e.g., 16VE013003, 16Z001, 16ZE013) and technical data, including a critical note regarding foreign disclosure approval for data release.
- Manufacturing Qualification: Offerors must notify intent to qualify and demonstrate capabilities in facilities, testing, inspection, and manufacturing processes. This involves data verification, process verification (including Unique Identification per DFARS 211.274), and a qualification test plan/procedure. A pre-contract award qualification article must be provided at the offeror's expense. The qualification process is estimated to cost $10,000 for testing/evaluation and take 180 days of engineering support. Qualification must be completed before award.
- Product Specifications: Adherence to standards for BATTERY, STORAGE-INERTIAL NAVIGATION UNIT, including MIL-STD-130 marking and a lead-free solder policy requiring notification if used and certification if not.
Packaging & Logistics
- Packaging Standards: Strict adherence to military packaging standards (e.g., MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129, MIL-STD-147, MIL-STD-648), including ISPM 15 for wood packaging and specific procedures for electrostatic materials.
- Hazardous Materials: Compliance with international and US regulations (ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, IMDG, AFMAN24-604) for hazardous materials shipments, including submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313.
- Delivery: Less than truckload shipments are acceptable, and early/partial deliveries are authorized at no additional cost. The required delivery date is April 30, 2027.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (implies Firm Fixed Price for Item 0001).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST.
- Required Delivery: April 30, 2027.
- Prices Firm: Offerors must hold prices firm for 120 days.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated with Price or Cost as the primary factor, being significantly more important than all other factors. Eligibility is restricted to qualified sources.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Johnny Wakefield at johnny.wakefield.2@us.af.mil or 385-591-3547.