F-16 Valve, Solenoid

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is seeking to procure two solenoid valves for F-16 aircraft, specifically NSN 4810-01-099-6392, through solicitation SPRHA4-25-Q-0356. The procurement is restricted to two qualified sources: Honeywell and Lockheed Martin, both of whom must submit a comprehensive manufacturing qualification package. Potential contractors must demonstrate rigorous manufacturing capabilities, including facility verification, data package completeness, and compliance with extensive testing protocols, with the qualification process estimated to cost $320,000 and take approximately 365 days. The evaluation will prioritize price, with all other factors considered significantly less important than cost. The original proposal due date was extended to May 28, 2025, with contractors required to adhere to strict military packaging standards, provide unique item identifiers, and comply with detailed supply chain traceability documentation requirements.

The solicitation does not have a specific set-aside designation and is approved only for U.S. contractors. The valves are part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case, with shipments designated for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Edwards AFB, California. The contract is rated DO: A1 for national defense, emergency preparedness, and energy program use, with a targeted delivery date of March 30, 2026. Contractors must navigate complex export control guidelines, with potential penalties including up to two years imprisonment or $100,000 in fines for unauthorized information sharing. The procurement involves extensive documentation requirements, including Engineering Data Requirements (EDR), Statement of Work (SOW), and Manufacturing Qualification Requirements (MQR), all of which mandate strict adherence to military specifications and international packaging standards. The solicitation falls under NAICS category 332919 (Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing) and PSC category 4810 (Powered Valves).