F-16 Tester

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure 12 F-16 Testers (NSN 4920015272388), specifically Pitot and Static System Testers, through solicitation SPRHA4-25-R-0190. The procurement requires manufacturers to meet stringent Manufacturing Qualification Requirements, including facility verification, data package review, and potential qualification testing estimated at $2,000. Potential contractors must submit a comprehensive Counterfeit Prevention Plan within 30 calendar days of contract award and comply with extensive technical and packaging specifications including MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129R. The solicitation is rated DO-A1 under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System, with proposal responses originally due February 17, 2025, but recently extended to March 22, 2025. Contractors must hold offered prices firm for 120 days and demonstrate compliance with cybersecurity, military packaging, and specific electronic component manufacturing standards.

The contract has no specific set-aside designations and is open to businesses in the Other Electronic Component Manufacturing sector (NAICS 334419) with up to 750 employees. Delivery is required FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution Depot at Hill Air Force Base in Utah, with a required delivery date of February 28, 2026. Early and partial deliveries are acceptable at no additional cost. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the procurement involves technical testing equipment for F-16 support systems. Contractors must be prepared to provide detailed documentation, including Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous materials and comply with international shipping regulations. The solicitation allows for potential qualification waivers under specific conditions, such as prior government supply experience, and requires strict adherence to export control and arms regulation warnings.