F-16 Panel, Control, Elect - NSN 1680-01-051-3052
Overview
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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 soliciting quotations for F-16 Panel, Control, Elect (NSN 1680-01-051-3052) under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This Total Small Business Set-Aside requires the procurement of three units of the control panel, which is essential for manual external lighting control on F-16 aircraft. Quotations are due by Close of Business on February 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for three units of the "PANEL, CONTROL, ELECT" (P/N: 16E1083-801/803), a specialized control box with switches for F-16 external lighting. Key deliverables include the panels themselves and a mandatory Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP). Manufacturing must adhere to current Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and AS9100 standards, with compliance to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level II. Packaging and marking must follow MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, ISPM 15, and AFMC Form 158.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Quantity: 3 units of the control panel
- Delivery: 14 months After Receipt of Order (ARO) for the panel; 30 days ARO for the Counterfeit Prevention Plan.
- Place of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but inspection and acceptance are at origin.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees
Key Requirements & Eligibility
This opportunity is restricted to technically qualified sources. Offerors must undergo a Source Qualification process, which includes submitting a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, AS9100 certification, and CMMC Level II self-certification. The qualification effort is estimated to take 180 days and cost approximately $10,000, requiring a pre-contract award qualification article. Technical Data Packages (TDPs) are export-controlled and require a DD Form 2345 for access. Foreign participation is not permitted.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations are due by Close of Business on February 17, 2026. Evaluation will be based on a Price Only procedure, restricted to technically qualified offerors. Factors considered include Total Evaluated Price (TEP), Price Reasonableness, Balance, and past performance. Offerors must hold prices firm for 120 days.
Additional Notes
The mandatory Counterfeit Prevention Plan (CPP) is due 30 days post-award, aligning with DI-MISC-81832 and SAE AS5553, including risk assessment, testing, GIDEP reporting, and training. Contact: Avery Irwin, Contracting Officer, at avery.irwin@us.af.mil or 801-777-6355.