F-16 Recorder Subassembly
Overview
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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 at Ogden, UT has issued a Solicitation for the manufacturing of F-16 Recorder Subassemblies, specifically Bare Printed Circuit Boards. This opportunity is for qualified sources only, namely Elbit (Cage 0WEC9) and Lockheed (Cage 81755). Other U.S. contractors must undergo a rigorous qualification process prior to contract award. Proposals are due March 2, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacturing of specific F-16 recorder subassemblies:
- 21 each of NSN 6625-01-114-6771 WF (P/N: 16C0200-809), a Flight Control Data Recorder Assembly.
- 7 each of NSN 5998-01-330-4888 WF (P/N: 16C0202-805), a Circuit Card Assembly, Signal Data Recorder.
- 7 each of NSN 6625-01-331-2554 WF (P/N: 16C0200-813), a Signal Data Recorder.
Key requirements include manufacturing to ESA-approved engineering/technical data packages, Item Unique Identification (IUID), physical item markings, and a Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CDRL A001 due 30 days post-award). Contractors must also adhere to comprehensive preservation, packaging, and marking standards (e.g., MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129) and manage export-controlled engineering data. Engineering Data Lists (EDLs) for each NSN detail required technical documentation.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Delivery: Expected within approximately 14 months from award.
- Proposal Due: March 2, 2026, 11:59 PM
- Published Date: January 28, 2026
- Offer Validity: Prices must be held firm for 120 calendar days.
Eligibility & Qualification
This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: Elbit (Cage 0WEC9) and Lockheed (Cage 81755). Unqualified U.S. contractors may submit a qualification package, but must be fully qualified before the contract award date. The government will not delay award for qualification. Estimated qualification costs and times vary by NSN:
- NSN 6625-01-114-6771: $20,000 (360 days)
- NSN 5998-01-330-4888: $52,000 (210 days)
- NSN 6625-01-331-2554: $220,000 (365 days) Waivers for qualification requirements are possible under specific criteria.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated primarily on Price, which is the most important factor, followed by "Significantly Less Important" factors.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact April Blakeley at april.blakeley@us.af.mil.