F16_AIBU_NSN5895013478037_PN5188110_004
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 Department of the Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought for repair qualification of the F-16 Aircraft Interface Box Unit (AIBU), specifically NSN 5895-01-347-8037, P/N 5188110-004. This notice outlines the stringent requirements for potential sources to become qualified to repair this critical F-16 component. Responses are due July 3, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This opportunity seeks to identify and qualify sources capable of repairing the F-16 AIBU. Qualification involves demonstrating comprehensive capabilities, including:
- Facilities, Testing, and Inspection: Access to required facilities and equipment for repair, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage.
- Data Verification: Possession of a complete data package, including SCI TECHNOLOGY, INC (2J622) drawing 5188110 and all associated procedures and specifications.
- Repair Process Verification: Ability to repair the item according to ESA-approved engineering/technical data, including UID requirements, and providing data from quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.
- Test and Evaluation: Submission and approval of a qualification test plan/procedure, followed by a complete test report to 416th SCMS/GUEAA.
- Qualification Article Verification: Provision of a pre-contract award qualification article for government evaluation to demonstrate form, fit, function, and repair capability.
Qualification Details
- Estimated Qualification Cost: $23,300.00 (incurred by the offeror).
- Estimated Qualification Time: 180 days.
- Requirement: Offerors must be fully qualified before the contract award date. Successful qualification does not guarantee a contract award.
- Waiver Criteria: Specific Source Qualification Waiver Criteria (QWC1-QWC5) are available for sources meeting certain conditions (e.g., prior supply to government/OEM, qualification for assemblies/subassemblies, similar items, or business restructuring).
Technical Data
The "REPAIR DATA LIST" document (013478037 RDL.pdf) is crucial, detailing technical data and drawings for the AIBU. It specifies document reference numbers and furnishing methods, indicating which data is provided by the government and which must be acquired by the contractor. Bidders must review this to understand documentation requirements for repair and maintenance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Repair Qualification
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 3, 2026
- Published: July 3, 2024
- Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK
Additional Notes
This is a qualification effort for future repair contracts. Contact Tracey Beringer (tracey.beringer@us.af.mil) for inquiries.