F16_Panel_Distribution_NSN6110012758549_PN16E2504841

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Air Force Sustainment Center is seeking qualified manufacturers for a Power Distribution Panel (Part Number 16E2504-841, NSN 6110-01-275-8549) used in F-16 aircraft. This pre-solicitation notice is a sources sought synopsis to identify potential suppliers capable of meeting stringent manufacturing and qualification requirements. Prospective suppliers must demonstrate comprehensive facility verification, data package validation, manufacturing process verification, and successful completion of test and evaluation procedures, including submission of a pre-contract award qualification article. The qualification process requires manufacturers to obtain approval for their qualification test plans, manufacture items according to Engineering Supervisory Authority (ESA)-approved engineering data packages, and demonstrate compliance with Unique Identification (UID) requirements. The due date for responses to this pre-solicitation notice is December 15, 2027, providing potential bidders with approximately two years to prepare their qualification submissions and supporting documentation.

This procurement is not restricted to any specific set-aside designation, allowing all eligible contractors to compete. Lockheed Martin Corporation is identified as the original manufacturer of this component. The estimated cost for testing and evaluation during the qualification phase is $10,000, with an anticipated 180-day completion timeframe for the qualification effort itself. Potential suppliers may be eligible for partial or full qualification waivers under specific criteria, such as demonstrating previous government supply experience or qualification for similar assemblies. This is a spare parts procurement for an existing weapons system, classified under NAICS Code 336413 for other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturing, indicating the government anticipates ongoing sustainment needs for F-16 power distribution panels.