DOOR,ACCESS,AIRCRAF - This was cancelled 04/01/2026
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
This Solicitation (bf962aa582da4080a14af19affb8bb82) for a Door, Access, Aircraft (NSN: 1560-01-282-7045WF), issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Ogden, UT, was cancelled on April 1, 2026. The opportunity originally sought to procure one unit for F-16 applications, primarily for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers.
Original Purpose & Scope
The solicitation aimed to acquire one (1) Door, Access, Aircraft, F-16, NSN: 1560-01-282-7045 WF. This acquisition was restricted to qualified sources (CAGE 81755 and 1XKR3), with an emphasis on manufacturing qualification. Key requirements included a First Article for testing, adherence to specific packaging (MIL-STD-129/130) and marking, Unique Item Identification (UID), and supply chain traceability.
Source Qualification Requirements
Potential offerors were required to undergo a comprehensive qualification process. This involved notifying the government of intent to qualify, demonstrating facilities, testing, and inspection capabilities, verifying a complete data package, and obtaining access to master tooling. Offerors also needed to manufacture a qualification article and submit a test plan and report at their own expense, estimated at $5,000 with a 30-day completion time. Successful qualification did not guarantee a contract award.
Technical & Packaging Specifications
Detailed engineering data requirements were provided for the "DOOR ASSY, LOWER STRAKE-FS 217 TO FS 243" (P/N: 16B1583-33, NSN: 1560-01-282-7045WF), specifying materials, standards, and marking per MIL-STD-130. Special Packaging Instructions (SPI Number F01-045-8969) outlined preservation methods, packing levels (A/B), container specifications, and compliance with international standards like ISPM No. 15 for wood packaging. A Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) specified the submission of a "Test/Inspection Report" for the First Article.
Contract Details & Deadlines
This was a Solicitation with no specific set-aside, but restricted to qualified sources. The NAICS code was 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The original quotation due date was extended to February 13, 2026, by Amendment 0001. However, the entire opportunity was subsequently cancelled on April 1, 2026.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this cancelled opportunity, the primary contact was Richard Dunlap at richard.dunlap.2@us.af.mil or 385-519-8306.