F-16 Internal Vent & Pressure Valve Repair
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 148th Fighter Wing is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms capable of providing F-16 Internal Vent & Pressure Valve Repair services. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the diagnosis and repair of two (2) F-16 Internal Vent and Pressure Valves. Key details include:
- Quantity: 2 valves
- Original Manufacturer: Parker-Hannafin
- National Stock Number (NSN): 4810-01-054-9843
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Published: April 9, 2026, 6:35 PM ET
- Department: DEPT OF DEFENSE, DEPT OF THE ARMY
- Office: W7NG USPFO ACTIVITY MNANG 148
- Place of Performance: Duluth, MN 55811, United States
Evaluation
Interested firms must respond to the following questions to demonstrate capability:
- Capability for evaluation/diagnostics and repairing/overhauling these parts in accordance with Technical Order specifications and military aviation safety standards.
- Possession of an approved Source of Approved Request (SAR) by the F-16 System Program Office (SPO).
- Projection to be AFREP SAR approved within the next 30 calendar days.
- Status as an approved FAA-certified repair station for military and commercial avionics.
- Average turnaround time for such repairs.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. The government will not pay for information received.