F-16 Valve, Solenoid

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing" and is restricted to qualified sources: Honeywell (Cage 70210) and Lockheed (Cage 81755). Contractors wishing to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package.

• The primary item is a "VALVE, SOLENOID F-16" with a National Stock Number (NSN) of 4810-01-099-6392.

• Quantity: 24 units.

• Manufacturing Qualification Requirement is attached and must be reviewed.

• Less than a truckload shipment is acceptable.

• Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but indicated as "NEGOTIATED (RFP)".

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery dates range from October 2029 to March 2030.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offers are due by 2 MAR 2026, 11:59 PM.

• Offers will be received at the issuing office.

• Late offers are subject to late proposal provisions.

• Evaluation criteria are primarily "Price or Cost", with all other factors being "Significantly Less Important than Cost or Price".

• This acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: Honeywell and Lockheed.

• Contractors must submit a qualification package to become a qualified source.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of the contract, including inspection, acceptance, packaging, marking, payment, and representations and certifications.

• Associated Document(s) include "FD20202600283".

• Quality Assurance requires compliance with AS9100.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a memorandum from the Department of the Air Force, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, regarding "Unmarked Engineering Data." It provides instructions for vendors and contractors on how to handle engineering data sets, specifically drawings, that may not have a distribution statement or export control notice.

If such unmarked drawings are encountered, they should be treated as having a "DISTRIBUTION D" statement, meaning distribution is authorized only to DoD and US DoD contractors, and is considered Critical Technology. Any requests for this document must be referred to AFLCMC/LZPEF. The document also includes a strong warning about the export control laws (Arms Export Control Act and Export Administration Act) and the severe penalties for violations. It clarifies that the U.S. Government assumes no liability for the technical data provided and advises that a license may be necessary if the data is used for commercial manufacturing. Questions should be directed to Vickie Inlow at vickie.inlow@us.af.mil or 801-777-6228.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the Manufacturing Qualification Requirements for a VALVE, SOLENOID (NSN: 4810-01-099-6392WF, P/N: 16VH003006-2) intended for application on the F-16 AIRCRAFT. It details the prerequisites and processes necessary for a vendor to become a qualified source for this item.

• Prequalification Notice/Sources Sought: Offerors must notify the appropriate government office of their intent to qualify.

• Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Offerors must certify access to or ownership of necessary facilities and equipment for manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage.

• Data Verification: Offerors must possess and verify a complete data package, including specific Lockheed drawings (16VH003006 and 16ZH003) and any change notices.

• Manufacture/Process Verification: The item must be manufactured to ESA-approved engineering/technical data package standards, complying with DFARS 211.274 for Unique Identification (UID). Offerors must provide, at their own expense, data demonstrating compliance with quality, performance, and environmental requirements, and identify material sources and internal process standards.

• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must prepare and submit a qualification test plan/procedure to 416th SCMS for approval. A complete test report must be submitted post-completion for review and approval prior to contract award. Government inspection of testing processes, including on-site witnessing, may occur with at least 60 days' advance notice.

• Qualification Article Verification: Offerors must provide, at their own expense, a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation, demonstrating form, fit, and function compatibility with the weapon system. Successful completion of qualification testing does not guarantee contract award.

• Qualification Requirement Cost Estimate: $320,000 for testing and evaluation.

• Qualification Time Completion Estimate: 365 days of engineering support activity.

• Eligibility: Offerors must be fully qualified before the contract award date. Qualification is a prerequisite for contract award.

• Evaluation: Proposals from previously unqualified offerors will not be considered. Once all requirements are met, the offeror will be listed as an approved source, but this does not guarantee a contract award.

• Waivers may be granted based on specific criteria (QWC1-QWC4), including prior supply to the government, qualification for assemblies/subassemblies, qualification for earlier dash numbers, or previous qualification for similar items with equivalent facilities and processes.

• A post-contract award first article exhibit may be required even if a waiver is granted.

• Award will not be delayed to allow an offeror to meet qualification standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) that specifies engineering data requirements for the "VALVE, SOLENOID" end item, associated with the F-16 program. It details various documents, drawings, and specifications required for this item.

• End Item: VALVE, SOLENOID
• Reference Number: 16VH003006-2
• Manufacturer: LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (CAGE 81755)
• Listed Documents:
  • HILL AFB FORM 462 (Engineering Data Requirements - Attachment A)
  • 16VH003006 (Valve, Nitrogen-Emergency Power Unit, W/PL Issue 019, Rev E)
  • 16ZH003 (Critical Item Development Specification)
  • 16Z001 (Interpretation, Formats, W/PL Rev FZ, Issue 204)
  • AT581670 (Acceptance Test Procedure)
• Furnished Method Codes: Indicates how each document is supplied (e.g., 'S' - Furnished with Solicitation, 'X' - Data Supplied (Not in JEDMICS)).

This EDL is crucial for bidders to understand the specific engineering documentation required for the "VALVE, SOLENOID" end item. It outlines which documents are provided, which may need to be acquired, and their revision status. Bidders should review this list to ensure they can meet all specified data requirements as part of their proposal or contract fulfillment. The "Standard Engineering Text" section notes that release of this data to foreign entities is dependent on Foreign Disclosure Office approval.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking of materials for military and commercial use, ensuring compliance with various Department of Defense (DoD) standards, industry standards, and government regulations.

• Adherence to AFMC Form 158, Packing Requirements, and specified DoD Military Standards, ASTM International, ANSI, DoD specifications, FAR/DAR Clauses.
• Development of military packaging using MIL-STD 2073-1, including documentation as per Appendix E and the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).
• Application of commercial packaging standards (ASTM D3951) when prescribed.
• Use of MIL-STD 129 for military marking, labels, requirements for materiel shipment and storage, including DD Form 1574 or 1574-1 tags/labels.
• Compliance with International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) for wood packaging material used in international trade.
• Adherence to procedures for electrostatic material packaging (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-HDBK-773, ANSI/ESD S20.20, ESD TR20.20, MIL-STD-129).
• Compliance with Item Type Storage Code (ITSC) requirements as per AFMCI24-201.
• Application of MIL-STD-147 for palletized unit loads and MIL-STD-648 for specialized shipping containers.
• Preparation, labeling, certification, and compliance for hazardous materials shipments according to ICAO, CFR Title 49, IATA, IMDG, and AFMAN24-604.
• Preparation and submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313 and FAR clause 52.223-3.
• Utilization of the Special Packaging Instructions Retrieval & Exchange System (SPIRES) for packaging requirements.
• Safeguarding and managing reusable shipping containers per AFMC Form 158.
• Reporting discrepancies via Web Supply Discrepancy Report (WebSDR).
• Accessing specifications and standards via the ASSIST website.

Not explicitly stated, but implies ongoing contract requirements.

• Strict adherence to the latest revisions of all cited standards and regulations.
• Documentation and reporting as required by CDRLs and specific forms (e.g., AFMC Form 158, DD Form 1574).
• Obtaining Competent Authority Approval (CAA) for hazardous material shipments.
• Providing Contractor's Test Report and signed certification for hazardous material packaging.
• Compliance with specific instructions for item type storage codes, palletized loads, specialized containers, and electrostatic discharge protection.
• Reporting of supply discrepancies.
• Contact information provided for AFSC (406 SCMS/GULAA) for inquiries.