F-16 Flap, Wing Dive Brake

Quick Summary

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, UT has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of F-16 Flap, Wing Dive Brake components. This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources only and requires the supply of 10 units of NSN 1560-01-282-1028 and 15 units of NSN 1560-01-282-1029. Offers are due by March 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Scope of Work

This solicitation covers the manufacturing and delivery of specific F-16 aircraft components:

• 10 EA of NSN: 1560-01-282-1028 (FLAP, WING-LEADING EDGE MANEUVER, ASSY P/N 16W1022-811)
• 15 EA of NSN: 1560-01-282-1029 (FLAP, WING DIVE BRAKE P/N 16W1022-812) The work falls under NAICS code 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing).

Key Requirements

• Source Qualification: This is a restricted acquisition. Offerors must be fully qualified prior to contract award. A separate Manufacturing Qualification Requirement (MQR) document details the process, including a pre-contract award qualification article, data verification, and access to master tooling. Estimated qualification costs are $8,500 with a 90-day estimated qualification time. Qualification does not guarantee award, and the award will not be delayed for qualification.
• Technical Specifications: Manufacturing must adhere to detailed Engineering Data Lists (EDLs) and Engineering Data Requirements (EDRs) referencing Lockheed Martin drawings, material specifications, and processes (e.g., heat treatment, bonding, chemical milling).
• First Article Testing: First Article Test Reports (FATR) are required for certain items (e.g., 0001AA, 0002AA). A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) specifies the format and content for these reports, including material identification and certification.
• Unique Item Identification (IUID): All items require IUID marking in compliance with MIL-STD-130 and ISO standards. This includes both human-readable (CAGE, P/N, Serial Number with 1/8 inch lettering) and machine-readable 2D matrix (1/4 inch square) labels.
• Packaging & Marking: Strict adherence to Special Packaging Instructions (SPI) and the Statement of Work (SOW) is mandatory. This involves MIL-STD-2073 preservation, MIL-STD-129/ASTM-D-3951 marking, ISPM No. 15 for wood packaging, and compliance for electrostatic and hazardous materials.
• Delivery Condition: Parts must be delivered in a primed condition, without a finished paint coating.

Contract Details

• Type: Solicitation (implies Firm Fixed Price for production articles).
• Set-Aside: Restricted to Qualified Sources (U.S. Contractors Only).
• Period of Performance: Delivery dates extend into 2028.
• Estimated Value: Not stated.

Submission & Evaluation

• Offers Due: March 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Late offers are subject to provisions.
• Evaluation Criteria: Price or Cost is the most important factor, with other factors being significantly less important. First Article Testing costs will be considered in the evaluation.

Important Notes

• The government does not possess the necessary master tooling; interested manufacturers must contact Lockheed Martin Co. to obtain it.
• Less than truckload shipments and early/partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost.
• Contact Dennis Bouy at dennis.bouy@us.af.mil for inquiries.