F-16 Electronic Component

Amendment / Modification

• The purpose of this amendment is to extend the due date for offers.

• The due date for receipt of offers has been extended.

• The deadline for submitting offers has been extended from 1 November 2025 to 10 December 2025 at 11:59 PM.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT "A")", provides specific instructions and requirements for the manufacture of a "UNIT ASSY-ADVANCED MISSILE REMOTE INTERFACE, SMS F-16" with Part Number 16E10150-801 and National Stock Number 5998-01-322-7746WF.

• Specifications and Standards: Lists specifications and standards to be used, noting that superseded data will not be furnished and substitutions require prior approval.
• Materials: Specifies the use of SAE AMS-QQ-A-250/4 material.
• Soldering Requirements: Mandates the use of MIL-STD-2000 for aircraft soldering, with J-STD-001 as an alternative if it meets or exceeds MIL-STD-2000.
• Lead-Free Solder: Addresses the use of lead-free solder in military products, requiring adherence to established reliability and performance standards with leaded solders until a suitable lead-free replacement is identified. It outlines requirements for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components and necessitates written certification of compliance if no lead-free components are used.
• Counterfeit Prevention: Details comprehensive requirements for a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP) in accordance with SAE AS5553. This includes policies and procedures for avoiding, detecting, mitigating, and disposing of counterfeit electronic parts. Key aspects cover applicability, definitions, parts availability, procurement policies, risk assessment, detection and avoidance responsibilities, testing and verification, configuration identification and traceability, counterfeit notification and reporting, and training.

This attachment is critical for bidders intending to manufacture the specified missile interface unit. It outlines mandatory technical requirements, material specifications, and stringent policies regarding lead-free solder and counterfeit part prevention. Bidders must ensure their proposals and manufacturing processes fully comply with these detailed engineering data requirements and counterfeit prevention measures.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the manufacturing of bare printed circuit boards. The government intends to purchase a total of 17 electronic components, with requirements typically being volatile due to FMS customers.

• Manufacturing of bare printed circuit boards.

• Compliance with MIL-STD-130 for item marking and MIL-STD-129/ASTM-D-3951 for package and container marking.

• Contractor must provide supply chain traceability documentation.

• Counterfeit prevention measures are required.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implies a firm-fixed-price structure based on the form used.

• Period of performance is not detailed in this document, but delivery dates are specified for individual items (e.g., 30 JUL 2027).

• Estimated value is not stated.

• Offers are due by 11:59 PM on October 1, 2025.

• Late offers are subject to late proposal provisions.

• Pricing is requested in quantity ranges.

• Award will be based on total quantities needed at the time of award and will evaluate competitive proposals based on the needed quantity price range.

• Evaluation criteria prioritize Price or Cost as the most important factor, with all other factors being significantly less important.

• This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: ElbitAmerica and Lockheed Martin Corp.

• Contractors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package.

• The solicitation references multiple attachments and clauses, including "Counterfeit Prevention Plan," "Engineering Data List," "Engineering Data Requirements," and "Manufacturing Qualification Requirements."

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements for an Electronic Component (P/N: 16E10150-801, NSN: 5998-01-322-7746) for F-16 application. It details the criteria and processes potential sources must satisfy to become a qualified supplier.

• Prequalification Notice/Sources Sought: Requirement to notify the government of intent to qualify.
• Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Offerors must certify access to or ownership of necessary facilities and equipment.
• Data Verification: Requirement to provide a complete data package, including drawings and specifications.
• Manufacture/Process Verification: Must manufacture to ESA-approved standards and comply with Unique Identification (UID) requirements.
• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must submit a qualification test plan and report at their own expense, with potential government inspection.
• Qualification Article Verification: A pre-contract award qualification article must be provided for evaluation.
• Qualification Requirement Cost Estimate: Estimated cost for testing and evaluation is $4,800.
• Qualification Time Completion Estimate: Estimated engineering support activity time is 90 days.
• Source Qualification Waiver Requirements: Criteria for applying for waivers of qualification requirements are provided.

This document is critical for any bidder seeking to supply this specific electronic component. It outlines the mandatory steps, capabilities, and potential costs and timelines associated with becoming a qualified source. Failure to meet these requirements will make a bidder ineligible for contract award. It also details specific waiver criteria that may reduce qualification burdens for certain sources.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies the "Counterfeit Prevention Plan" (CPP) as a required data item for the "Electronic Component" system under contract number FD2020-25-00986.

• Data Item Number: A001
• Title: Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP)
• Authority: DI-MISC-81832
• Requiring Office: 416 SCMS/GUEAA
• Submission Frequency: One-time delivery
• Submission Deadline: Within thirty (30) calendar days after contract award.
• Resubmission: If remediation is required, the contractor shall resubmit the CPP within seven (7) calendar days after receipt of Government comments.
• Distribution Statement: "D" - Distribution authorized to the Department of Defense and U.S. DoD contractors only (Critical technology).
• Export Control Warning: The document contains technical data restricted by Arms Export Control Act and Export Control Reform Act of 2018.

This CDRL mandates the submission of a Counterfeit Prevention Plan. Bidders should note the specific requirements for the content, format, submission deadline, and distribution of this plan. The plan is to be emailed to jake.widdison@us.af.mil. This document highlights the government's focus on counterfeit prevention within the supply chain for electronic components.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) that specifies various components, assemblies, and related documentation required for the F-16 Electronic Component. It serves as a reference for the technical data and specifications associated with these items.

• Lists drawing numbers, revision levels, and associated cage codes for components.
• Includes details on document types such as "UNIT ASSY," "FINISH CODES," "INTERPRETATION, FORMATS," "APPLICATION, CONFORMAL COATINGS," "ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURE," and "CHECKOUT INSTRUCTIONS."
• Specifies "FURNISHED METHOD CODE" for each item, indicating whether it is furnished with the solicitation, classified, or requires government acquisition.
• Provides remarks, including names of personnel (e.g., Susan D. Brumbaugh) and specific revision or issue numbers for related documents.

This EDL is crucial for bidders to understand the specific technical documentation and components that are part of the F-16 Electronic Component. It helps in identifying the required drawings, specifications, and associated data that must be adhered to or provided as part of a bid or contract. The "FURNISHED METHOD CODE" is particularly important for determining what documentation is readily available and what might need to be acquired separately.

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

This document outlines the requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking of materials for military use, ensuring compliance with various Department of Defense (DoD) standards, industry standards, and government regulations.

• Adherence to AFMC Form 158, Packing Requirements.
• Utilization of MIL-STD-2073-1 for military packaging development, including specific codes and instructions for hazardous materials and classified material.
• Application of ASTM D3951 for commercial packaging when prescribed.
• Compliance with MIL-STD-129 for military marking, labeling, and shipment planning.
• Use of International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) for wood packaging materials in international trade.
• Adherence to electrostatic discharge (ESD) control procedures (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-HDBK-773, ANSI/ESD S20.20, ESD TR20.20, MIL-STD-129) for sensitive electronic components.
• 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.
• Strict adherence to regulations for handling, preparing, labeling, and certifying Hazardous Materials, including compliance with ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, and IMDG codes.
• Preparation and submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313.
• Compliance with FAR clause 52.223-3 regarding Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data.
• Use of the SPECIAL PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS RETRIEVAL & EXCHANGE SYSTEM (SPIRES) for packaging requirements.
• Safeguarding and replacement of reusable shipping containers.
• Reporting of discrepancies using the Web Supply Discrepancy Report (WebSDR).
• Accessing relevant specifications, standards, and data item descriptions via the ASSIST website.

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

• Specific standards and regulations must be followed for different types of materials and shipments.
• Documentation, including test reports and certifications, must be provided as required.
• Communication with specific points of contact (e.g., AFSC 406 SCMS/GULAA, Charles Davis) for instructions and approvals.