F-16 Valve, Solenoid

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure one solenoid valve (NSN 4810-01-099-6392) for F-16 aircraft, specifically for use in a Nitrogen Emergency Power Unit as part of a Foreign Military Sales case. This procurement is restricted to two qualified sources: Honeywell (CAGE 70210) and Lockheed Martin Corporation (CAGE 81755). Potential contractors must submit a manufacturing qualification package demonstrating compliance with ESA-approved engineering data, AS9100 standard quality assurance requirements, and Unique Identification requirements. The solicitation requires quotations by January 16, 2026, with a delivery date of June 30, 2027. Key contract requirements include adherence to extensive preservation, packaging, and marking standards outlined in the Statement of Work, including compliance with military standards MIL-STD 2073-1, MIL-STD 129, and MIL-STD-147, as well as international regulations for hazardous materials and wood packaging.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is approved for U.S. contractors only. The two incumbent qualified sources are Honeywell and Lockheed Martin, each with specific manufacturer part numbers associated with their production capabilities. The government seeks range pricing for quantities from 1 to 16 or more units, though the immediate requirement is for a single valve. Qualifying as an approved source requires substantial investment and time commitment, with estimated qualification costs of $320,000 and a projected qualification completion time of 365 days, including submission of a pre-contract award qualification article for government evaluation. The manufacturing and delivery of the solenoid valve will occur at the contractor's facility, with all technical data subject to export control restrictions under the Arms Export Control Act and Export Administration Act, limiting distribution to Department of Defense personnel and approved U.S. DoD contractors only.