F16_Circuit_Card_Assembly_NSN5998016536192_PN187218001
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, specifically FA8122 AFSC PZAAB, is seeking qualified sources for the F-16 Circuit Card Assembly (NSN: 5998-01-653-6192, P/N: 187218-001). This is a Sources Sought notice outlining the mandatory qualification requirements for potential manufacturers. Responses indicating intent to qualify are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
To become a qualified source, offerors must satisfy several requirements:
- Prequalification Notice/Sources Sought: Notify the appropriate government office of intent to qualify and submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package in accordance with AFMCI 23.113 and FAR 9.2.
- Facilities, Testing, and Inspection Capabilities: Certify access to required facilities and equipment for manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and storage. Facilities, equipment, tooling, and personnel must be available for government evaluation.
- Data Verification: Possess a complete data package, including specific drawings such as GE Aviation Systems LLC 187218 or Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory 205-4401. The provided Engineering Data List (EDL) details critical engineering drawings and data packages for the F-16 End Item CCA, which bidders must understand.
- Manufacture/Process Verification: Manufacture the item to conform to government requirements as prescribed within the ESA-approved engineering/technical data package, including compliance with DFARS 211.274 Unique Identification (UID) requirements.
- Test and Evaluation/Verification: Prepare and submit a qualification test plan/procedure for prior approval by 416 SCMS/GUEAA, detailing how compliance with performance, environmental, mechanical, and quality assurance requirements will be verified. A complete test report must be submitted after testing.
- Qualification Article Verification: Provide a pre-contract award qualification article for government evaluation, complying with Drawing 187218 or 205-4401, to demonstrate compatibility and manufacturing capability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Qualification Requirements)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 15, 2026 (for qualification intent)
- Published: April 15, 2024
Evaluation
Offerors must be fully qualified to be eligible for a contract award, fulfilling all stated requirements before the contract award date. The government will evaluate SAR packages, test plans, test reports, and qualification articles. Successful qualification does not guarantee a subsequent contract award.
Additional Notes
- Estimated Qualification Cost: The estimated cost for testing and evaluation to become qualified is $3,500.00.
- Estimated Qualification Time: The estimated time for completion of the qualification effort is 180 days.
- The government retains the right to inspect and witness testing processes. Offerors must notify the government at least 90 days in advance of any testing used for qualification.