F-16 Heads Up Display

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) modifies the solicitation SPRHA426Q0326 by:

• Adding First Article (FA) provisions/clauses, including:

  • FIRST ARTICLE TEST, CERTIFICATION AND DISPOSITION REQUIREMENTS (FEB 1998)
  • 52.209-3, FIRST ARTICLE APPROVAL--CONTRACTOR TESTING (SEP 1989)
  • EVALUATION COST FACTOR FOR FIRST ARTICLE (OCT 1988)

• Correcting the delivery for CLIN 0002, Counterfeit Prevention Plan, from "COUNTERFEIT PREVENTION AP" to "30 days ARO contract."

• First Article provisions and clauses are added.

• CLIN 0002 delivery for the Counterfeit Prevention Plan is corrected.

• The effective date of the amendment is March 18, 2026.

• Bidders should note the inclusion of First Article testing requirements and the associated evaluation cost factor.

• The delivery timeline for the Counterfeit Prevention Plan has been clarified.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the manufacturing qualification requirements for the Aft Seat HUD Monitor (ASHM), NSN 1270-01-514-2683, P/N 46431110-30, for application on F-16, D models. It details the criteria and processes potential sources must satisfy to become a qualified supplier.

• Prequalification Notice: Offerors must notify the appropriate government Small Business Office or contracting officer of their intent to qualify.

• Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Offerors must certify they have or can access the necessary facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel for manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage. These must be available for government evaluation.

• Data Verification: Offerors must verify possession of a complete data package, including procedures, drawings, and specifications. Battelle's drawing package will be provided to those meeting minimal requirements.

• Manufacture/Process Verification: The item must be manufactured to conform to the ESA-approved engineering/technical data package, including Unique Identification (UID) requirements. Offerors must provide data showing results of quality, performance, and environmental evaluations, and identify material sources and internal process standards.

• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must prepare and submit a qualification test plan/procedure for government approval, detailing how compliance with performance, environmental, mechanical, and quality assurance requirements will be verified. A complete test report is required post-testing for review and approval. The government may inspect testing processes and facilities.

• Qualification Article Verification: An offeror must provide a pre-contract award qualification article for government evaluation, which must comply with all specified drawing requirements.

• Qualification Requirement Cost Estimate: Estimated likely costs for testing and evaluation are $70,500.00.

• Qualification Time Completion Estimate: The estimated time for this qualification effort is 180 days.

• Qualification Time Limitation: Offerors are not denied the opportunity to submit an offer if they can demonstrate they meet or can meet qualification standards before the award date. However, the award will not be delayed to allow an offeror to demonstrate qualification.

• Evaluation of Proposals Not Previously Qualified: Offerors must be fully qualified before the date specified for award to be eligible for a contract award. Meeting requirements will list the offeror as an approved source, but does not guarantee contract award.

• Source Qualification Waiver Requirements: Specific criteria (QWC1-QWC6) are outlined for potential sources to apply for a waiver of some or all qualification requirements. These include prior supply to the government, qualification on similar items, or existing qualifications that can be transferred.

• Successful completion of qualification testing does not guarantee contract award.

• A post-contract award first article exhibit may be required to verify production capability.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an F-16 HEAD-UP DISPLAY MONITOR, pilot aft seat heads up display, with an aluminum case. The acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: Industrial Electronic Engineers (CAGE 05464), Elbit (CAGE 50218), Battelle Memorial (CAGE 79986), and BAE (CAGE 99789). Award can be made to a vendor, but parts must be manufactured by a qualified source. Contractors seeking to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package.

• Item: F-16 HEAD-UP DISPLAY MONITOR, pilot aft seat heads up display, aluminum case.

• NSN: 1270-01-514-2683 WF

• Two Bid Options:

  • Bid A: First Article (FA) required.
  • Bid B: FA waiver + 1 EA production article.

• First Article (FA) Testing:

  • FA Testing is not permitted until the FA Test Plan is approved.
  • Contractor is responsible for building and testing the First Article within 180 days ARO.
  • FA Test Report to be submitted within 14 days of completion.
  • Approval of the FA Test Report constitutes approval of the First Article.

• Quantity: Total purchase quantity of one (1) EA. The government intends to purchase a total of nine (9) each for FMS customers, and requests quantity range pricing.

• Delivery: See Schedule. Delivery dates will be converted to hard dates on the resulting award.

• Packaging and Marking: Must comply with MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129/ASTM-D-3951 as applicable.

• Counterfeit Prevention: Counterfeit Prevention Plan required (IAW DD FORM 1423-1).

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be Firm Fixed Price based on "Firm Fixed Price" entries for line items.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery dates are specified.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotation Due Date: 20 APR 2026, before close of business.

• Evaluation: Competitive proposals will be evaluated based on the needed quantity price range.

• Pricing: Quantity range pricing is requested. Offers can provide alternate quantity ranges if the listed ranges do not reflect appropriate pricing.

• Submission: Submit quotations to the issuing office in Block 5A.

• Set-Aside: This RFQ is NOT a small business set-aside.

• Qualified Sources: Restricted to Industrial Electronic Engineers, Elbit, Battelle Memorial, and BAE.

• Manufacturing: Parts must be manufactured by a qualified source.

• Less than a truckload shipment is acceptable and authorized.

• Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no increase in cost.

• Subject to the terms and conditions stated herein, the Contractor agrees to hold its offered prices firm for 120 days.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) that specifies the data items required from the contractor for the "Monitor, Head-Up Dis" system under contract/PR number FD2020-26-00326. Specifically, it details the requirements for a "Test/Inspection Report" as part of the "Contractor First Article Testing" (Data Item B001).

• Data Item: B001 - Test/Inspection Report
• System/Item: Monitor, Head-Up Dis
• Contract/PR No.: FD2020-26-00326
• Authority: DI-NDTI-80809B/T
• Frequency: 1 Time
• Submission: First submission due 14 days after contract award (DATC), subsequent submissions as specified.
• Format: Contractor's format is acceptable, with specific clarifications provided regarding dimension/tolerance listings, material identification and certification, and material processing certification.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement "B" applies, with distribution authorized to U.S. Government agencies. Other requests are referred to 416 SCMS/GUEAA, Hill AFB, UT.
• Export Control: The document contains an export control warning regarding technical data.

This CDRL outlines the specific reporting requirements for the First Article Testing phase of the "Monitor, Head-Up Dis" system. Bidders should note the detailed requirements for the Test/Inspection Report, including format, content (dimensions, materials, processing), submission deadlines (14 days after award for first submission, 14 days after test completion for reports), and distribution/export control statements. This information is crucial for understanding the contractor's data delivery obligations related to testing and quality assurance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing data item A001, "Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP)". It outlines the requirements for the contractor to submit this plan.

• Data Item Number: A001
• Title: Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP)
• Authority: DI-MISC-81832
• Contract Reference: CLIN for Data
• Submission Deadline: NLT thirty (30) calendar days after contract award.
• Resubmission: If requested, the contractor shall resubmit the CPP NLT 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: All documents containing export-controlled technical data must be marked accordingly.

This CDRL specifies the requirement for a Counterfeit Prevention Plan. Bidders should note the submission deadline and the specific distribution and export control requirements for this plan when preparing their proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, a Special Packaging Instruction (SPI), details the specific requirements for packaging a "Monitor, Head-Up Display" (Part No. 46431110-30, NSN 1270-01-514-2683 WF) for shipment. It outlines the methods, materials, and markings necessary to ensure the item is protected during transit and storage.

• Military Preservation: IAW MIL-STD-2073, with specific methods (Serviceable: 52, Unserviceable: 52).
• Preservative: N/A.
• Marking: IAW MIL-STD-129, including special markings for the SPI number (F01-279-4724).
• Container Requirements: Specifies dimensions, materials (e.g., Level A, Level B), and construction details for interior and exterior containers.
• Cushioning and Protection: Details specific types and sizes of cushioning materials, wraps, barrier bags, humidity indicators, and desiccants required.
• International Standards: Addresses compliance with ISPM No. 15 for wood packaging material used in international trade, requiring heat treatment and de-barking.
• Revisions: Lists changes made to the document, including the addition of a distribution statement and destruction notice in Revision E.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply the "Monitor, Head-Up Display." It dictates the exact packaging procedures that must be followed, impacting material costs, labor, and the final presentation of the product. Failure to adhere to these specifications could lead to non-compliance and rejection of the shipment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT 'A')", provides specific instructions and requirements for the manufacture of an "ENCLOSURE, ASSY, IASHM" for the F-16 aircraft. It details part numbers, national stock numbers, and applicable specifications and standards.

• Part Number: 46431110-30
• National Stock Number: 1270-01-514-2683WF
• Applicable Data: Specifications and standards listed will be used in lieu of indicated data. Superseded data will not be furnished unless specified.
• Sources/Materials: Only listed sources/materials are permitted; substitutions require prior approval.
• Deviations: Deviations from specifications in control drawings are not authorized without prior approval.
• Marking: Per MIL-STD-130.
• Material: Use SAE AMS-QQ-A-250/11 in lieu of QQ-A-250/11.

This attachment is crucial for bidders manufacturing the specified enclosure. It outlines critical material, sourcing, marking, and deviation requirements that must be adhered to for compliance with the contract. Failure to follow these instructions could lead to non-compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) that details various components and assemblies associated with the "MONITOR, HEAD-UP DIS" end item, specifically for the F-16 platform. It serves as a reference for the parts and their associated drawings required for the system.

• Lists specific components and assemblies such as "ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY," "VISOR ASSEMBLY," "DISPLAY CONTROL MODULE," and "WIRING DIAGRAM."
• Provides drawing numbers, revision levels, and manufacturer cage codes (e.g., 79986 for BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE).
• Indicates the furnished method code, with 'S' signifying "FURNISHED WITH SOLICITATION."
• Includes remarks and dates, with most entries dated 18 SEP 2024.

This EDL is relevant to bidders as it specifies the components and their associated documentation that are furnished with the solicitation. Vendors should review this list to understand the technical data package provided and to identify any specific parts or assemblies that may require further attention or are critical to the overall system. The "FURNISHED WITH SOLICITATION" designation indicates that the listed data is directly available to potential bidders.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a memorandum from the Department of the Air Force, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, dated 2 February 2022, regarding "Unmarked Engineering Data." It instructs vendors and contractors that if a data set contains drawings not marked with a distribution statement or export control notice, these drawings should be treated as if they have the following distribution statement: "DISTRIBUTION D. Distribution authorized to DoD and US DoD contractors only, Critical Technology, 2 February 2022." Any other requests for this document must be referred to AFLCMC/LZPEF at Hill AFB, UT.

The memorandum also includes a warning that the document contains technical data whose export is restricted by the Arms Export Control Act or the Export Administration Act, and violations are subject to severe criminal penalties. It also references an attachment containing instructions for controlling export-controlled technical data.

This document is relevant to bidders as it clarifies the handling and distribution of potentially unmarked engineering data. It informs vendors about the specific distribution limitations and export control regulations that apply, which could impact their ability to receive, use, or further disseminate technical data associated with an opportunity. It also provides contact information for questions regarding this matter.