NRP,FLAT PANEL DISP
Overview
Buyer
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA is soliciting offers for 17-inch Flat Panel Monitors (NRP, FLAT PANEL DISP), classified under Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment (PSC 1730). These monitors are Flight Critical and Critical Application Items (CAI) for the IFLOLS MK 13 MOD 1 system, requiring engineering source approval and a mandatory First Article Test (FAT). The solicitation increases CLIN 0001 from 4 to 8 units. Offers are due by June 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of newly manufactured 17-inch flat panel monitors. Refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired materials are unacceptable. The items are designated as Critical material due to their use in a crucial shipboard system, necessitating special control procedures. Key requirements include:
- Engineering Source Approval: Only companies with prior engineering source approval from Naval Air Systems Command are eligible. New companies may submit a Source Approval Request with detailed documentation (e.g., configuration drawings, process sheets, comparative analysis, inspection methods) by the closing date.
- First Article Testing (FAT): A mandatory FAT is required, involving 100% inspection and testing of critical, major, and minor dimensions/requirements. The contractor must notify the PCO, ACO, and QAR 14 days prior to testing. A waiver for FAT may be granted for offerors who have previously furnished identical, accepted production articles within three years, using the same production location and processes.
- Quality Assurance: Includes 100% inspection for critical characteristics, plating, hardness, and non-destructive testing. An AQL of 1.5 for Class 3 threads/dimensions and 4.0 for minor characteristics. Mandatory 100% PCO inspection at source under DCMAO QAR surveillance.
- Traceability: Contractors must develop a system for individual piece part traceability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE, DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY, DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA
- Product Service Code: 1730 - Aircraft Ground Servicing Equipment
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 2, 2026, 2:00 PM local time
- Published: May 6, 2026
Key Requirements
- Newly manufactured spares only; no refurbished/remanufactured/repaired material.
- Distributors of approved sources must submit an authorized distributor letter.
- Compliance with MIL-STD-130 for markings and MIL-STD 2073 for packaging.
- Final inspection requires 14-day notification to the buying office and NAWC Lakehurst QA.
Additional Notes
An amendment revised Drawing 3429AS4208 to Revision B in September 2025, adding the Critical Application Item (CAI) designation. Offerors must acknowledge this amendment and advise on their offer status regarding the First Article Test requirement. Contact BRETT.DUFFEY@DLA.MIL for inquiries.