Cylinder Assembly, A

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure Cylinder Assemblies (NSN 1650-01-417-9655LE, P/N 16VH203-4/1211180-004) for F-16 Landing Gear applications. The solicitation (SPRHA1-24-R-0911) requires potential contractors to meet stringent manufacturing qualification requirements, including facility certification, data verification, and manufacturing process validation. Offerors must prepare for a comprehensive qualification process estimated to cost $86,000 and take approximately 365 days, with a mandatory First Article approval process. The contract will utilize a Firm Fixed Price structure and is subject to the Buy American Act. Offers must be submitted by September 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with the evaluation likely focusing on technical capabilities, manufacturing readiness, and compliance with detailed qualification criteria.

The solicitation is not set aside for any specific business category and is open to businesses in the Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing sector (NAICS 336413) with up to 1,250 employees. The total procurement includes 145 Cylinder Assemblies intended for both U.S. Air Force and Foreign Military Sales customers, with delivery quantities ranging from 1 to 141 units across multiple international destinations including Taiwan, Qatar, and Poland. Delivery timelines vary between 160 and 400 calendar days depending on First Article testing requirements. The place of performance is within the United States, and the contract incorporates AS9100 quality standards with inspections to occur at the point of origin. While a specific total contract value is not disclosed, the solicitation provides detailed pricing instructions for different quantity brackets and military sales scenarios.