Transmitter, Liquid

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "ENGINEERING DATA LIST" (Revision 7), dated 19 NOV 2025, and "ENGINEERING DATA REQUIREMENTS (ATTACHMENT "A")", dated 10 DEC 2025, along with the "Statement of Work" dated March 2025, and "MANUFACTURING QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS" (Sections C, pages 1/2 and 2/2, and page 1/1), collectively provide detailed technical and manufacturing requirements for the "CONTROL UNIT, FUEL IMBALANCE" (P/N: 16VE002010-5, 16VE002010-6; NSN: 6680-01-261-5242WF, 6680-01-265-2897WF) for the F-16 application.

• Engineering Data List: Identifies specific engineering drawings, data, and associated revision levels required for the "TRANSMITTER, LIQUID" and "CONTROL UNIT-FUEL IMBALANCE DETECT/TRANS". It also notes remarks and revision dates.
• Engineering Data Requirements (Attachment "A"): Outlines specifications and standards to be used in lieu of indicated data, specifies that only listed sources/materials are acceptable without prior approval, and states that deviations from control drawings require prior approval. It also notes that MIL-STD-130 is to be used and IUID is not required.
• Statement of Work: Details extensive requirements for preservation, packaging, and marking, referencing numerous military standards (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-147, MIL-STD-648), ASTM standards, ISPM 15 for wood packaging, and electrostatic discharge control. It also covers hazardous materials handling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and the use of the SPIRES website for packaging instructions.
• Manufacturing Qualification Requirements: Establishes stringent qualification criteria for potential sources. This includes:
  • Prequalification notice requirements.
  • Certification of facilities, testing, and inspection capabilities.
  • Verification of a complete data package.
  • Manufacture/Process Verification, including quality, performance, and environmental evaluations.
  • Test and Evaluation/Verification, requiring a qualification test plan and report submission.
  • Provision of a pre-contract award qualification article for evaluation.
  • Estimated costs for testing ($366,000) and an estimated completion time of 180 days.
  • Specifies that offerors must be fully qualified before contract award.
  • Outlines Source Qualification Waiver Requirements (QWC1-QWC5) for potential sources seeking waivers.

Potential bidders must carefully review these documents to understand the comprehensive technical specifications, data requirements, rigorous packaging and marking standards, and the mandatory manufacturing qualification process. Compliance with all outlined requirements is essential for eligibility and successful contract award. The qualification process involves significant time and cost investment, and bidders must demonstrate full compliance by the specified award date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of 3 each TRANSMITTER, LIQUID. The requirement is for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers, which are noted as being volatile in quantity. The government is seeking quantity range pricing.

• The primary item is a "TRANSMITTER, LIQUID" with NSN: 6680-01-265-2897 WF. It is described as a metal housing and electronic circuitry unit that processes electronic signals from forward and aft fuel tanks, specifically for the F-16 aircraft.

• Qualification Package: A qualification package is required, with specific instructions provided. However, Systems Development Corp, Lockheed Martin, and Simmonds Precision Products are exempt from this requirement.

• Packaging and Marking: Requirements include compliance with MIL-STD-130 and MIL-STD-129/ASTM-D-3951 for interior and shipping containers. Specific markings for hazardous materials, firearms, and bar codes are detailed.

• Inspection and Acceptance: Inspection is at Origin, and Acceptance is at Origin. A Receiving Report is required. Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply, with compliance to AS9100 standard.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is required by 31 DEC 2027. The government assumes award by 31 MAR 2026, with delivery dates extending based on the actual award date.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the RFQ is for quantity range pricing.

• Quotation Due Date: 23 FEB 2026.

• Submission Instructions: Quotations must be furnished to the issuing office (DLA AVIATION - OGDEN) by the close of business on the due date.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the total quantities needed at the time of award, evaluating competitive proposals based on the needed quantity price range. Price or Cost is the sole evaluation factor.

• Pricing: Quantity range pricing is required for specific quantities (1-2 EA, 3-4 EA, 5-10 EA, 11-15 EA, 16+ EA). Alternate quantity ranges may be provided if the listed ranges are not appropriate.

• The RFQ is not designated as a Small Business Set-Aside.

• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) are involved.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects such as supply chain traceability, cybersecurity, representations and certifications, and contract administration.

• The document references multiple attachments including an Engineering Data List, Engineering Data Requirements, and SOW for Preservation/Packaging, and Manufacturing Qualification Requirements.