F-16 Valve, Solenoid

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for one (1) Solenoid Valve. The acquisition is restricted to qualified sources: Honeywell International and Lockheed Martin. The government is procuring this item for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers, which are noted as being more volatile in quantity needs.

• The primary deliverable is one (1) Solenoid Valve, NSN: 4810-01-099-6392, Part Number: 581670-2-2.

• Manufacturing Qualification Requirement is mandatory. Details are provided in an attached document.

• Quality Assurance: Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply, with AS9100 as the standard.

• Inspection: Origin for both inspection and acceptance.

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

• Supply Chain Traceability Documentation is required.

• Items must be marked in accordance with MIL-STD-130.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery: Required by 30 MAR 2028.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is by a specific date.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotations are due by Close of Business on 6 APR 2026.

• Pricing is requested for quantity ranges: 1-2 EA, 3-4 EA, and 5-10 EA. The CLIN has an unpriced/best estimated quantity.

• Evaluation will be based on Price or Cost as the primary factor, with other factors being significantly less important.

• Offers must be submitted to the address in Block 5A.

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

• Approved for US Contractors Only.

• Less than a truckload shipment is acceptable and authorized.

• Early delivery is acceptable at no increase in cost to the Government.

• The document references several attachments and clauses, including "Manufacturing Qualification Requirement," "ENGINEERING DATA LIST," "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS," and "Statement of Work."

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

This document outlines the requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking of materials for military and government use.

• Adherence to AFMC Form 158, Packing Requirements, and various Department of Defense (DoD) Military Standards, ASTM International, ANSI standards, and DoD specifications.

• Development of military packaging using MIL-STD 2073-1, including specific codes and instructions for special or hazardous materials.

• Application of commercial packaging standards (ASTM D3951) when prescribed.

• Implementation of MIL-STD 129 for military marking, labeling, and shipment planning, including DD Form 1574 tags.

• Compliance with International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15) for wood packaging material used in international trade.

• Handling of electrostatic sensitive devices and modules according to MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-HDBK-773, ANSI/ESD S20.20, ESD TR20.20, and MIL-STD-129.

• Use of Item Type Storage Code (ITSC) as requested in contracts.

• 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 various international and US regulations (ICAO, IATA, IMDG, 49 CFR, AFMAN24-604).

• Preparation and submission of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) per FED-STD-313 and compliance with FAR clause 52.223-3.

• Use of the Special Packaging Instructions Retrieval & Exchange System (SPIRES) for packaging requirements.

• Safeguarding and management of reusable containers.

• Reporting of discrepancies using Web Supply Discrepancy Report (WebSDR).

• Accessing specifications and standards via the ASSIST website.

• Compliance with specified military standards, regulations, and forms.

• Proper documentation and submission of required data, such as SDS and test reports.

• Adherence to instructions for packaging, marking, labeling, and shipment.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but implies ongoing contract requirements.

• Specific standards for packaging hazardous materials, electrostatic sensitive devices, and international shipments.
• Procedures for reporting discrepancies and requesting waivers.
• Use of specific government systems and websites for information and compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Manufacturing Qualification Requirements" for the VALVE, SOLENOID (NSN: 4810-01-099-6392WF, P/N: 16VH003006-2) intended for the F-16 Aircraft. It details the criteria and processes potential sources must satisfy to become a qualified supplier for this item.

• Prequalification Notice/Sources Sought: Offerors must notify the government of their intent to qualify.
• Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Offerors must certify they have or can access the necessary resources for manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage.
• Data Verification: Offerors must provide a complete data package, including drawings and specifications (e.g., Lockheed drawing 16VH003006 and 16ZH003).
• Manufacture/Process Verification: The item must be manufactured to ESA-approved engineering/technical data, comply with Unique Identification (UID) requirements, and include data showing quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.
• Test and Evaluation/Verification: Offerors must submit a qualification test plan and report at their own expense for government review and approval. Government may witness testing.
• Qualification Article Verification: An offeror must provide a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation.
• Estimated Costs and Timeline: Estimated costs for testing and evaluation are $320,000, with an estimated engineering support activity completion time of 365 days.
• Source Qualification Waiver Requirements: Criteria are provided for potential waivers of qualification requirements, including supplying previous articles, qualifying for assemblies/subassemblies, or prior qualification of similar items.

This document is critical for any vendor seeking to bid on opportunities involving this specific VALVE, SOLENOID. It outlines the mandatory steps and requirements to become an approved source. Bidders must understand these qualification requirements, including the associated costs and timelines, to determine their eligibility and ability to meet the government's standards before a contract award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT 'A')", provides instructions and specifications for the manufacture of a "VALVE, NITROGEN-EMERGENCY POWER UNIT" (Part Number: 16VH003006-2, National Stock Number: 4810-01-099-6392WF).

• Specifies that military specifications/standards will not be furnished in the bid set.
• Indicates that certain specifications/standards will be used in lieu of superseded data, which will not be furnished unless specified.
• States that listed sources/materials on standards, specifications, and drawings are the only approved sources/materials, and substitutions require prior approval.
• Prohibits deviations from specifications identified in control drawings without prior approval.
• Requires marking per MIL-STD-130.

This attachment is crucial for bidders intending to manufacture the specified "VALVE, NITROGEN-EMERGENCY POWER UNIT". It outlines critical manufacturing requirements, material sourcing, substitution policies, and marking standards that must be adhered to. Bidders must ensure they can comply with these engineering data requirements and any referenced specifications or standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Engineering Data List (EDL) that specifies engineering data requirements for the F-16 End Item, specifically a Valve, Solenoid. It details various documents, drawings, and specifications related to this component.

• ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT-A): This is a primary requirement, indicated by 'X' for data supplied.
• VALVE, NITROGEN-EMERGENCY POWER UNIT: Details a specific unit with associated documentation (W/PL ISSUE 019, REV E).
• CRITICAL ITEM DEVELOPMENT SPECIFICATION: Lists a specification related to critical items.
• INTERPRETATION, FORMATS: Refers to documentation for interpretation and formats (W/PL REV FZ, ISSUE 204).
• ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURE: Outlines the procedure for acceptance testing.
• Standard Engineering Text: Includes a note regarding the release of data to foreign entities, requiring approval from the Foreign Disclosure Office.

This EDL is crucial for bidders to understand the specific engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications required for the "Valve, Solenoid" component associated with the F-16 End Item. It highlights what data is supplied, what may need to be acquired, and any restrictions on data release, directly impacting proposal preparation and compliance.