F-16 Wing Assemblies

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure F-16 Wing Assemblies through a competitive solicitation for multiple National Stock Numbers (NSNs). The Request for Proposal (RFP) requires first article testing and is restricted to five qualified sources: IAI, ACT, TATA, Nordam, and Lockheed Martin. The acquisition will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with a Technical Capability rating based on being an approved source or approved distributor. Offerors must comply with detailed engineering data requirements, including specific material specifications, unique item identification (IUID) marking standards, and manufacturing process controls. The initial solicitation was posted on December 19, 2024, with multiple amendments extending the proposal due date to May 1, 2025.

The contract covers six different wing assembly configurations with quantities ranging from 3 to 6 units per NSN, with delivery schedules spanning from August 2028 through February 2030. There is no specific set-aside designation for this procurement, and the solicitation includes a Defense Priority rating of DO-A1. The estimated qualification testing costs are approximately $100,000, with an overall qualification process potentially taking up to 600 days. Wings must be delivered with primer only, not fully painted, and must meet stringent packaging and preservation requirements specified in the detailed Statement of Work and Special Packaging Instructions. The place of performance will be managed through the Air Force Sustainment Complex, with technical oversight from the 429 SCMS/GUMACA organization at Hill Air Force Base in Utah.