1630-01-678-3355(26-R-0266)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements for the NLG Ski Rigger Strut Assembly (NSN: 1630-01-678-3355, P/N: 201612170-10) for the LC-130 application. It details the criteria and processes potential sources must satisfy to become a qualified supplier for this item.

• Prequalification Notice: Offerors must notify the appropriate government Small Business Office or contracting officer 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. These must be available for government evaluation.

• Data Verification: Offerors must possess and verify a complete data package, including all procedures, drawings, and specifications.

• Manufacture/Process Verification: The item must be manufactured according to the ESA-approved engineering/technical data package, complying with UID requirements (DFARS 211.274). Offerors bear the expense of providing data showing compliance with quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.

• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must, at their own expense, prepare and submit a qualification test plan/procedure for government approval. A complete test report is required post-testing for review and approval. The government may inspect testing processes and facilities.

• Qualification Article Verification: Offerors must provide a pre-contract award qualification article for form, fit, and function evaluation.

• Estimated Qualification Cost: $34,000.

• Estimated Qualification Time: 365 days.

• Eligibility: Offerors must be fully qualified by the date specified for contract award to be eligible. Qualification does not guarantee a contract award.

• Evaluation of Proposals: Proposals from offerors not previously qualified will not be considered unless they fulfill all qualification requirements before the award date.

• Not explicitly stated, but the prequalification notice requirement suggests a focus on identifying qualified sources.

• Source Qualification Waiver Requirements: Criteria are provided for applying for waivers of qualification requirements, including prior supply to the government, qualification on similar items, or meeting specific criteria related to previous qualifications.

• A post-contract award first article exhibit may be required even if a waiver is granted.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing" under NAICS code 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The acquisition is 100% set aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) eligible under the WOSB Program.

• The solicitation includes various line items for aircraft parts, including specific NSNs and part numbers.

• A First Article Test Report (FATR) is required for certain items (e.g., Item No. 0001AA, 0001AB).

• Items require IUID (Unique Item Identification) and specific physical markings per MIL-STD-130.

• Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1E.

• Higher-level contract quality requirements, such as AS9100, are specified.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implies Firm Fixed Price based on line item details.

• Offers must be held firm for 120 days from the solicitation issue date.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but delivery schedules are provided for specific items.

• Offers are due by 9-FEB-2026, 2:00 PM.

• Late offers are subject to late proposal provisions.

• Evaluation will be based on Price or Cost as the primary factor, with other factors being "Significantly Less Important than Cost or Price."

• First Article testing costs are a factor in evaluation.

• This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources (listed companies) and requires a qualification package submission.

• It is a 100% set-aside for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) eligible under the WOSB Program.

• CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) is involved.

• Less than truckload shipments are acceptable.

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

• Solicitation is approved for U.S. Contractors Only.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) for the C-130 Landing Gear, specifically the "RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY". It details various components, their associated drawing numbers, and their furnished method codes.

• Lists components such as "RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY, NOSE SKI", "NUT, END", "PISTON ASSEMBLY, PNEUMATIC", "FLOATING PISTON, UPPER/LOWER", "SEAL", "TUBE", "NUT, LOCKING", "KEY, LOCKING", "HEAD", "SPACER", "PISTON, HYDRAULIC", "BARREL ASSEMBLY", and "IDENTIFICATION PLATE".
• Includes drawing numbers, revision information, and furnished method codes (e.g., 'S' for furnished with solicitation, 'X' for data supplied not in JEDMICS).
• References Air Force Drawing 201416605 and notes that HILL AFB FORM 462 (Engineering Instructions) is no longer utilized for this component.

This EDL is crucial for bidders to understand the specific components and documentation required for the C-130 Landing Gear assembly. It clarifies which engineering data is provided with the solicitation and which may need to be acquired separately or is no longer applicable. Bidders should pay close attention to the furnished method codes to ensure they have all necessary documentation for proposal preparation and potential contract fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT 'A')", outlines specific requirements and modifications for the manufacture of a RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY, NOSE SKI (C-130). It serves as an attachment to a solicitation, providing detailed technical specifications and changes to be incorporated.

• Part Number: 201612170-10
• National Stock Number: 1630-01-678-3355
• Applicable Drawings:
  • Drawing 201612170 (-10) RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY, NOSE SKI: Specifies using Air Valve P/N M6164-2 per MIL-PRF-6164, superseding MS28889-2.
  • Drawing 201612191 (-01) IDENTIFICATION PLATE, RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY, NLG SKI: Requires anodizing per MIL-PRF-8625, Type II, Class 2. It also replaces a servicing instruction for inflation pressure to 2220 +/-35 PSIG with nitrogen or air conforming to A-A-59503.
• Specifications/Standards: Mentions AECO 2025A6084-H and AECO 2025A6085-H will be published to revise changed data for future procurement efforts.

This document is critical for bidders as it details specific technical modifications and requirements for the RIGGER STRUT ASSEMBLY, NOSE SKI. Bidders must adhere to these updated specifications, including part substitutions and revised anodizing and inflation procedures, when preparing their proposals and manufacturing the item.

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

This document outlines the requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking of materials for the Department of Defense (DoD), adhering to various military standards, ASTM standards, and government regulations.

• Adherence to AFMC Form 158, Packing Requirements.

• Development of military packaging using MIL-STD-2073-1, including documentation via Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).

• Application of preservation, packaging, packing, and markings for specific commodities as prescribed.

• Use of MIL-STD-129 for military marking for shipment and storage, including affixing DD Form 1574 or 1574-1 tags/labels.

• Compliance with International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) for wood packaging material used in international trade.

• Adherence to procedures for electrostatic sensitive devices and modules using relevant MIL-STDs and ANSI/ESD standards.

• Compliance with Item Type Storage Code (ITSC) requirements.

• Preparation and shipment of bonded palletized unit loads using MIL-STD-147.

• Application of design criteria for specialized shipping containers using MIL-STD-648.

• Preparation, labeling, certification, and compliance for hazardous shipments according to ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, IMDG, and AFMAN24-604.

• Preparation and submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313.

• Safeguarding and managing reusable shipping containers.

• Reporting discrepancies using Web Supply Discrepancy Report (WebSDR).

• Packaging must meet specified military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-147, MIL-STD-648).

• Hazardous materials must comply with international and US regulations (ICAO, CFR, IATA, IMDG).

• SDS must be provided as required.

• Discrepancies must be reported via WebSDR.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but implies ongoing contract performance.

• Use of the ASSIST website to access specifications, standards, and data item descriptions.
• Contractors may request access to the Special Packaging Instructions Retrieval & Exchange System (SPIRES).
• Specific requirements for hazardous materials, electrostatic discharge, and reusable containers.
• Contact information for AFSC (David Gibson) is provided for inquiries.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for a "First Article" test and inspection report. It outlines the specific data and documentation required from the contractor regarding the testing and inspection of a "First Article" item.

• Data Item No. A001: Title is "Test/Inspection Reports".
• Authority: DI-NDTI-80809B.
• Contract Reference: Input Contract #.
• Subtitle: Government Testing.
• DD 250 Req: LT (Limited Test).
• Frequency: 1 (per contract reqs).
• Block 4 Remarks: Provides specific clarifications on acceptable contractor format for reporting dimensions, tolerances, material identification, processing, and other requirements as outlined in the Technical Data Package.
• Block 9: Specifies distribution of the document to U.S. Government Agencies for test and evaluation, with a date of March 1, 2024. Other requests are to be referred to 417 SCMS.
• Blocks 10, 11, 12, and 13: States that the report to assist in FIRST ARTICLE testing by the Government should be submitted concurrently with the FIRST ARTICLE item and included in the FIRST ARTICLE asset container.
• FOB/Inspection/Acceptance: Destination.

This CDRL details the specific requirements for submitting test and inspection reports for the "First Article" of the procurement. Bidders must pay close attention to the format and content requirements outlined in Block 4 and the submission instructions in Blocks 10-13 to ensure compliance. This document is critical for understanding the data deliverables associated with the "First Article" testing phase.