F-16 Door Assembly
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 a Solicitation for the F-16 Door Assembly (NSN: 1560-01-149-8816 WF, P/N: 1681520-46). This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: ACT (CAGE 1XKR3) or Lockheed Martin (CAGE 81755). The requirement is for one (1) unit, with potential for up to nine (9) units for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers. Quotations are due by April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks proposals for the manufacture and delivery of the F-16 access door. Bidders can propose one of two options:
- Bid A: Requires a First Article (FA) with a 365-day delivery timeline, and concurrent submission of the FA Test Report.
- Bid B: Allows for a First Article waiver, with production article delivery by December 30, 2027. All items must be manufactured by a qualified source. The effort involves adherence to detailed engineering data (EDR, EDL), special packaging instructions (SPI), and First Article Test Report (FATR) requirements.
Eligibility & Qualification
This is a restricted acquisition. Only ACT or Lockheed Martin are currently qualified. Contractors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package as detailed in the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) document. The qualification process is estimated to cost $10,000 and take 365 days, and must be completed before contract award. Qualification waivers may be considered under specific conditions, such as prior supply to government/OEM or qualification on similar parts.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price.
- Pricing: Offered prices must be held firm for 120 days. Quantity range pricing is requested for 1-2 EA, 3-4 EA, 5-10 EA, 11-15 EA, and 16+ EA.
- Response Due: April 20, 2026 (by close of business).
- Published Date: March 18, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
The government will award based on the total quantities needed at the time of award, evaluating competitive proposals based on the needed quantity price range. Bidders must complete pricing in the provided table, starting on page 4 of the solicitation. Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no increase in cost.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Michelle Mihu (michelle.mihu@us.af.mil)