F-16 Gyroscope
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 has issued a Presolicitation for F-16 Gyroscopes (NSN: 6615-01-042-7834, P/N: 403840-301 or 16C0705-3). This notice serves as market research to identify capable sources and commercial items, and to enhance competition. The requirement is for six (6) units, with an estimated delivery by December 31, 2027. It is not expected to be set-aside for small businesses, and the acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1) for limited sources. Responses are due by May 16, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This presolicitation aims to conduct market research to determine if other sources can satisfy the agency's requirements, if commercial or nondevelopmental items are available, and to improve small business access to acquisition information. The requirement is for F-16 Gyroscopes, specifically NSN 6615-01-042-7834 WF, P/N 403840-301 or 16C0705-3. The total estimated quantity has increased from two to six units.
Qualification Requirements
Potential offerors must meet specific Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR) for the Rate Gyroscope Assembly. Key requirements include:
- Prequalification Notice: Notify the government of intent to qualify.
- Facilities & Capabilities: Certify possession of necessary facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel for manufacturing, testing, inspection, packaging, and storage.
- Data Verification: Verify a complete data package, including Lockheed Martin drawing 16C0705.
- Manufacturing/Process Verification: Manufacture the item to government requirements, including Unique Identification (UID).
- Test and Evaluation: Submit a qualification test plan and report for approval; the government may inspect testing.
- Qualification Article: Provide a pre-contract award qualification article for form, fit, and function evaluation. The estimated qualification cost is $350,000.00 and the estimated qualification time is 365 days. Offerors must be fully qualified before contract award, and qualification approval does not guarantee an award. The award will not be delayed for vendors to qualify.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Not expected to be set-aside for small businesses.
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1) (Supplies available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources).
- Product Service Code: 6615 (Automatic Pilot Mechanisms And Airborne Gyro Components).
- Estimated Quantity: 6 EA.
- Estimated Delivery: December 31, 2027.
- Free Trade Agreements: One or more items are subject to Free Trade Agreements.
Submission & Response
This announcement is not a Request for Proposal or Invitation for Bid. Interested parties may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. The government is not planning to use Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) policies, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
- Response Due: May 16, 2026, 05:59 AM EDT.
- Contact: Michelle Mihu, michelle.mihu@us.af.mil.
- Suggested Subcontractors: Atlantic Inertial Systems (CAGE 63395) and Lockheed Martin (CAGE 81755).