F-16 Blanker, Interface

SOL #: SPRHA4-26-R-0194Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION AT OGDEN, UT
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, UT, 84056-5820, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

Miscellaneous Communication Equipment (5895)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Dec 18, 2025
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Last Updated
Jan 7, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Feb 12, 2026, 6:59 AM

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 a solicitation for 77 F-16 Blanker, Interface units (NSN 5895-01-331-0720 WF). This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: SCI Technology (CAGE 2J622) and Lockheed Martin (CAGE 81755). Other interested parties must complete a Manufacturing Qualification Process to be eligible. Offers are due by February 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Scope of Work

The contract requires the manufacture and supply of 77 "BLANKER, INTERFERENCE" units for F-16 aircraft. Key requirements include adherence to detailed Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR), which cover facilities, data verification, manufacturing compliance, test and evaluation, and the provision of a pre-contract award qualification article. Contractors must also develop and submit a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP) (CDRL A001) within 30 days of contract award, in accordance with DI-MISC-81832 and SAE AS5553. Packaging and marking must comply with military standards such as MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-130, and ISPM 15, including specific procedures for hazardous materials. Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements (ISO 9001:2015) and supply chain traceability documentation are mandatory.

Contract Details

  • Type: Firm Fixed Price.
  • Product Service Code: 5895 (Miscellaneous Communication Equipment).
  • Set-Aside: Restricted to qualified sources (SCI Technology, Lockheed Martin). Approved for U.S. Contractors Only.
  • Inspection/Acceptance: At Origin.
  • Contact: Dennis Bouy (dennis.bouy@us.af.mil).

Qualification Requirements

Offerors not currently qualified must undertake a comprehensive Manufacturing Qualification Process as outlined in the MQR document. This involves notifying the government of intent to qualify, certifying necessary facilities and equipment, verifying possession of a complete data package (e.g., Lockheed Martin drawings), demonstrating manufacturing compliance, submitting a qualification test plan/report, and providing a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation. The estimated cost for this qualification process is $30,000.00, with an estimated engineering support activity time of 180 days. It is crucial that offerors are fully qualified before the date specified for contract award to be eligible. Criteria for qualification waivers are also provided.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offers Due: February 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
  • Offer Validity: 120 calendar days.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Price or Cost is the most important factor, with all other factors combined being significantly less important. Late offers are subject to specific provisions.

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