F-16 Actuator

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting a contract for F-16 Two Place Canopy Actuators, specifically seeking qualified sources to manufacture and supply these critical aircraft components. The solicitation is restricted to vendors who can meet stringent manufacturing qualification requirements, with Meggitt (CAGE 25693) explicitly identified as a pre-approved manufacturer. Potential contractors must submit a comprehensive qualification package demonstrating technical capabilities, facility readiness, and compliance with detailed engineering specifications. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) was issued on January 6, 2025, with quotes due by February 7, 2025, and requires vendors to adhere to specific technical standards including IUID marking per MIL-STD-130, origin inspection, and military packaging standards. Contractors must also meet cybersecurity and supply chain traceability documentation requirements.

This procurement is a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirement for Qatar under case RO-D-QAT, with delivery required by May 30, 2026. The solicitation falls under NAICS category 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, and covers two specific National Stock Number (NSN) variations of the actuator. The estimated qualification process is extensive, with an anticipated completion time of 730 days and an estimated testing and evaluation cost of $20,000. The place of performance is within the United States, and early or partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost to the government. While no specific award value is disclosed, the contract involves critical aircraft components with strict manufacturing and quality control requirements, indicating a potentially significant procurement for military aviation support.