T-38 Wingtips RH & LH
Overview
Buyer
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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 has issued a Solicitation (FA8212-26-R-0003) for the procurement of T-38 Wingtips (Right Hand & Left Hand). This acquisition is set aside for Small Business and seeks proposals for Firm Fixed-Price contracts. Offers are due by June 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacturing and delivery of T-38 aircraft wingtips, specifically:
- CLIN 0001: Left Hand Wingtip (NSN: 1560-01-527-2194 XE), Quantity: 66 EA
- CLIN 0002: Right Hand Wingtip (NSN: 1560-01-527-2195 XE), Quantity: 64 EA The wingtips are described as "Aircraft Wing Tips" made of "Aluminum Alloy and Aluminum Honey Comb." Key requirements include compliance with AS9100 standards, Item Unique Identification (IUID), and adherence to the Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Small Business
- Product Service Code (PSC): 1560 (Airframe Structural Components)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Delivery Schedule: May 2027 through February 2028 for both CLINs.
- Quality Assurance: Inspection and Acceptance at Origin, Receiving Report required.
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): Specific GFP and Special Tooling will be provided, with accountability transferred to the new contract.
- Cybersecurity: Mandatory CMMC Level 2 (Self) certification is required prior to award, with current status and continuous compliance affirmation in SPRS.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Request for Proposal (RFP). All responsible sources may submit a proposal. Offerors must adhere to specific proposal adequacy and cost/pricing data requirements, including a detailed checklist and potential submission of certified cost or pricing data. Electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports is required via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Key Dates
- Solicitation Posted: April 10, 2026
- Offers Due: June 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST
Important Notes for Bidders
Bidders must carefully review the attached documents, including the Provision and Clause Matrix, Proposal Adequacy Checklist, and specific FAR/DFARS provisions. Special attention should be paid to packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073, ISPM No. 15 for WPM), IUID marking standards (DFARS 252.211-7003, MIL-STD-130), and transportation instructions (DD Form 1653, DCMA contact). Disclosure of responsibility matters (FAR 52.209-7) is also required.