F-16 Signal Converter
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 (SPRHA4-26-R-0190) for the procurement of 14 units of F-16 Signal Converters (NSN 5895-01-675-2571). This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: BAE Systems and Ametek Programmable Power Inc. Offers are due by February 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the supply of 14 units of "CONVERTER, SIGNAL DA F-16" (NSN 5895-01-675-2571). Key requirements include:
- Packaging and Marking: Compliance with MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129. A Special Packaging Instruction (SPI) details specific requirements for "CONVERTER, SIGNAL DATA" (NSN 5895-01-505-6997), covering preservation, packing (MIL-STD-2073), container specifications, and international standards (ISPM No. 15). Bidders must ensure their packaging plan aligns with these detailed specifications.
- Quality Assurance: Higher-level contract quality requirements, including compliance with ISO 9001:2015.
- Counterfeit Prevention: Implementation of counterfeit prevention measures.
- Unique Item Identification (UII): Required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more.
- Data Deliverables: A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) specifies required data items, such as a "Connection Prevention Plan," outlining format, frequency, and distribution.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: SPRHA4-26-R-0190
- Set-Aside: Restricted to BAE Systems and Ametek Programmable Power Inc.
- NAICS Code: 334290 (Size Standard: 800 employees)
- F.O.B.: Origin
- Offers Due: February 20, 2026, 11:59 PM
- Offers Firm For: 30 days
- Published: January 21, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated primarily on Price or Cost, which is considered the most important factor. Other evaluation factors are significantly less important.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Travis Bodily at travis.bodily@us.af.mil.