Oxygen System, Eject
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Oklahoma City has issued a Presolicitation for the New Manufacture, Spare of an F-16 Oxygen System, Eject. This notice indicates the government's intent to solicit and negotiate with only one, or a limited number of sources. Interested parties are invited to identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. Responses to this notice are due by May 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the F-16 Oxygen System, Eject, NSN: 1660015344498BO, Part Number: 1659879-1. The system supplies oxygen in emergency situations. Key specifications include approximate dimensions of 5 inches Length, 4 inches Width, 4 inches Height, and 1 lb Weight, made from aluminum alloy. The quantity required is 28 each, with delivery beginning January 2025. These systems are destined for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) countries.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Intent to Sole Source/Limited Competition)
- Set-Aside: None specified; intent to solicit limited sources.
- Response to Notice Due: May 6, 2026
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Future Solicitation Response: Approximately 30 days after issue.
- Anticipated Award: Approximately 60 days after solicitation closes.
Evaluation
Award will be made only if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements at the time of award, in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. The government will consider proposals challenging the limited source intent if received within 45 days of publication of this synopsis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is solely at its discretion.
Additional Notes
Specifications, plans, or drawings are incomplete or not available from the Government. A UID (Unique Item Identification) requirement applies. An Ombudsman is available to hear concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase; contact at (385)591-1672 (do not call for solicitation requests).