Panel, Manual Trim
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- SPRHA4-25-R-0123
- Agency
- Aviation Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Points of contact
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- Scottina Malia scottina.malia@us.af.mil (385) 591-8407
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is seeking to procure a Panel, Manual Trim (NSN: 6615014502802, P/N: 16C0650-803) for F-16 Aircraft through a pre-solicitation notice. The primary objectives include conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of meeting the agency's requirements and enhancing small business access to acquisition information. Contractors interested in this opportunity must submit a comprehensive qualification package per clause 52.209-1 and the attached Manufacturing Qualification Requirements document. The qualification process is estimated to cost $100,000 and take 365 days to complete, with interested parties having 15 days from the notice date to communicate their capability to satisfy the government's requirements. The solicitation is being pursued under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), which allows procurement from limited responsible sources.
The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside for small businesses, with an estimated quantity of 34 units to be delivered on or before September 13, 2026. Potential incumbent or current contractors include Lockheed Martin (CAGE 81755) and Bowmar (CAGE 99479), who are suggested as initial points of contact. The procurement falls under NAICS Category 334511 for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, with a Product Service Code of 6615 for Automatic Pilot Mechanisms and Airborne Gyro Components. The contract opportunity is subject to Free Trade Agreements, and while a specific award value is not disclosed, the qualification and production process suggests significant investment. Contractors must be prepared to provide a pre-contract qualification article and demonstrate compliance with detailed manufacturing and testing requirements.
Notice text
Pre Solicitation
This notice is a Pre Solicitation.
The primary purposes of this notice are as follows:
- Conduct market research to determine if other sources are capable of satisfying the agency’s requirements exist and if commercial items or nondevelopmental items are available that meet the agency’s requirements
- Improve small business access to acquisition information
- Enhance competition by identifying contracting and subcontracting opportunities
This announcement is not a Request for Proposal or an Invitation for Bid, nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government does not intend to contract on the basis of this request or otherwise pay for any information solicited herein. Interested parties should contact scottina.malia@us.af.mil.
Detailed Information
Contracting Office: DLA Aviation
Address: 6051 Gum Lane, Hill AFB, UT 84056
Noun: Panel, Manual Trim
NSN: 6615014502802
P/N: 16C0650-803
Estimated Quantity: 34 each
Destination: FB2029
Estimated Delivery Schedule: On or before 9/13/2026
Set-aside: It is NOT expected that this requirement will be set-aside for small businesses
Statements
Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(C)(1), Justification: Supplies required are available from only one or a limited number of responsible sources and no other type of supplies will satisfy agency requirements.
It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contact with the following firms via their government POC as listed in SAM.gov:
Lockheed Martin CAGE 81755
BOWMAR CAGE 99479
Contractors desiring to become a qualified source must submit a qualification package. Please see clause 52.209-1 and the attached Manufacturing Qualification Requirement for additional details.
Based upon market research, the Government is not planning on using policies contained in Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. However, interested parties may identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. One or more of the items under this acquisition is subject to Free Trade Agreements.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing Qualification Requirements.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Panel, Manual Trim | Award Notice | |
| Panel, Manual Trim | Solicitation | |
| Panel, Manual Trim | Pre-Solicitation |
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