6140-01-055-0435 (26-R-0248)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT "A")", outlines specific requirements for the manufacture of a BATTERY, STORAGE-INERTIAL NAVIGATION UNIT, part number 16VE013003-1, National Stock Number 6140-01-055-0435WF.

• Applicable Specifications/Standards: Specifies that certain standards and drawings will be used, and superseded data will not be furnished unless indicated. Substitutions require prior approval.
• Deviations: Deviations from specifications require prior approval.
• Marking: Requires marking per MIL-STD-130 and applying a Unique Identification (UID) label per A510A012, Engineering Order 14C0470-H.
• Lead-Free Solder Policy: Details the Air Force's policy regarding the use of lead-free solder in military electronic products, emphasizing the need to maintain reliability and performance equivalent to leaded solders. It requires notification if lead-free components are used and written certification of compliance if no lead-free components are present.
• Deliverables: Includes requirements for written certification of compliance and program engineer's evaluation for lead-free parts.
• Point of Contact (POC): Identifies the Engineering Support Activity (ESA) as the POC for this matter.

This attachment provides critical technical and compliance requirements for potential bidders manufacturing or supplying the specified battery unit. It highlights specific material (lead-free solder), marking, and documentation requirements that must be adhered to for successful contract performance. Bidders must pay close attention to the lead-free solder policy and notification requirements, as failure to comply could impact weapon system performance and national security.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking of materials for military packaging as prescribed in the contract. It details various standards and regulations that offerors must adhere to.

• Adherence to AFMC Form 158, Packing Requirements, and various DoD Military Standards, ASTM International, and ANSI standards.
• Development of military packaging using MIL-STD 2073-1, including specific codes and handling for hazardous and classified materials.
• Application of ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging when prescribed.
• Use of MIL-STD 129 for military marking for shipment and storage, including specific tags and labels.
• Compliance with International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) for wood packaging material used in international trade.
• Adherence to procedures for electrostatic material packaging (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-HDBK-773, ANSI/ESD S20.20, ESD TR20.20, MIL-STD-129).
• Compliance with Item Type Storage Code (ITSC) requirements.
• Application of MIL-STD-147 for palletized unit loads and MIL-STD-648 for specialized shipping containers.
• Preparation, labeling, certification, and compliance for hazardous materials shipments according to various international and US regulations (ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, IMDG, AFMAN24-604).
• Preparation and submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313 and compliance with FAR clause 52.223-3.
• Use of the Special Packaging Instructions Retrieval & Exchange System (SPIRES) for packaging requirements.
• Safeguarding and replacement of reusable containers.
• Reporting of discrepancies using Web Supply Discrepancy Report (WebSDR).
• Accessing specifications and standards via the ASSIST website.

Not explicitly stated, but implied to be for the duration of the contract and applicable to all shipments and storage.

• Offerors must use the latest revisions of applicable standards unless otherwise specified.
• Specific forms like AFMC Form 158, DD Form 1574, and DD Form 1574-1 are referenced.
• Competent Authority Approval (CAA) may be required for hazardous materials.
• SDS must be provided to the cognizant packaging management office.
• Contractors may need to request a WebSDR account.
• Contact information for AFSC (Stephine Lucero) is provided for inquiries.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) that specifies engineering drawings, technical data, and related information for a particular item. It details what data is available, how it is furnished, and any associated requirements.

• Item: Battery, Storage (NSN: 6140010550435WF)
• Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE: 81755)
• Drawings/Documents Listed: Includes specific drawing numbers (e.g., 16VE013003, 16Z001, 16ZE013) and a form (HILL AFB FORM 462).
• Furnished Method Codes: Indicates how the data is supplied (e.g., 'S' - Furnished with Solicitation, 'X' - Data Supplied (Not in JEDMICS)).
• Remarks: Provides details such as "Battery, Storage-Inertial Navigation Unit" and "Battery, Storage-Nickel Cadmium," along with revision information and associated work package (W/PL) or work order (W/EO) numbers.

This EDL is crucial for bidders as it identifies the specific engineering data and documentation that will be provided or is required for the opportunity. Bidders should review this list to understand the technical data package associated with the item, which will inform their proposal preparation, technical approach, and compliance efforts. The "Release of this data to a foreign owned, controlled or influenced company is dependent upon the approval of the Foreign Disclosure Office" note is also a critical compliance consideration.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements for the BATTERY, STORAGE, NSN 6140010550435, P/N 16VE013003-1, for application on the F-16 aircraft. It details the criteria and processes potential sources must satisfy to become a qualified supplier for this item.

• Prequalification Notice/Sources Sought: Offerors must notify the government of their intent to qualify.

• Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Offerors must certify they have or can access the necessary facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel for manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage. Government evaluation and inspection of these capabilities are required.

• Data Verification: A complete data package, including procedures, drawings, and specifications (e.g., LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION drawing 16VE013003), must be verified.

• Manufacture/Process Verification: The item must be manufactured according to ESA-approved engineering/technical data. Compliance with Unique Identification (UID) requirements (DFARS 211.274) is necessary. Offerors must provide data showing quality, performance, and environmental evaluations and identify material sources and internal process standards.

• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must submit a qualification test plan/procedure for prior approval and, after testing, submit a complete test report for review and approval. The government may inspect testing processes, including on-site witnessing, with at least 60 days' advance notice.

• Qualification Article Verification: An offeror must provide, at their own expense, a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation, demonstrating form, fit, and function compatibility and manufacturing capability.

• Qualification Requirement Cost Estimate: $10,000 for testing and evaluation.

• Qualification Time Completion Estimate: 180 days of engineering support activity.

• Qualification Time Limitation: Offers will be considered if the offeror demonstrates they meet or can meet qualification standards before the award date. Award will not be delayed for qualification.

• Evaluation of Proposals Not Previously Qualified: Offerors must be fully qualified before the award date to be eligible. Qualified offerors will be listed as approved sources, but this does not guarantee contract award.

• Not explicitly stated, but the process is for becoming a qualified source.

• Successful completion of qualification testing does not guarantee a contract award.

• A post-contract award first article exhibit may be required to verify production capability.

• Source Qualification Waiver Requirements: Criteria (QWC1, QWC3, QWC4, QWC5, QWC6) are provided for potential waivers of qualification requirements, which may still require a post-contract award first article exhibit.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Battery Manufacturing, specifically for F16 INU Batteries. It is a total small business set-aside.

• Procurement of 403 EA of NSN: 6140-01-055-0435 WF BATTERY, STORAGE, F16 INU Battery.

• The solicitation references multiple manufacturers and their part numbers, including SAFT AMERICA INC., THERMAL ELECTRONICS, INC., SPENCER INDUSTRIES INC., AEROSPACE MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS LLC, LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION, and GULTON INDUSTRIES INC.

• Contractors must submit a qualification package as detailed in the "Manufacturing Qualification Requirement" attachment.

• Less than a truckload shipment is acceptable and authorized.

• Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no increase in cost to the government.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but implies a Firm Fixed Price based on the "Firm Fixed Price" designation for Item No. 0001.

• Period of Performance: Offers must hold prices firm for 120 days. The required delivery date is 30 APR 2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated.

• Offers will be received until 6-FEB-2026, 2:00PM.

• Late offers are subject to late proposal provisions.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed beyond "Price or Cost" being the primary factor (Order of Importance 01), with all other factors being "Significantly Less Important than Cost or Price."

• This acquisition is a TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE.

• It is restricted to qualified sources, and contractors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to quality assurance, packaging, marking, inspection, acceptance, deliveries, payment, and various other contractual requirements.

• Associated documents include "PHST SOW_HILL_2025.pdf", "Packaging SOW", "EDL.pdf", and "EDR.pdf".