F-16 AIS Instrument Unit A Subassembly

Sources Sought Notice

Notice ID

FA8251-26-R-AISF16

Project Title

F-16 Avionics Test System - Subassembly Replacement

Agency

USAF, 416th Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS)

Response Date

20 May 2026

RFO Reference

Market Research conducted under RFO 10.001(b)

1. Intent of Notice

The 416th Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS) is conducting market research to identify sources capable of resolving a critical manufacturing and material shortage for the **Instrument Unit A Subassembly (P/N: 2216901-005)**. This component is essential for F-16 avionics testing. This notice constitutes market research to assess industry capabilities and does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP).The 416th Supply Chain Management Squadron (SCMS) is conducting market research to identify sources capable of resolving a critical manufacturing and material shortage for the Instrument Unit A Subassembly (P/N: 2216901-005). This component is essential for F-16 avionics testing. This notice constitutes market research to assess industry capabilities and does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP).

2. Mission Objective

The Avionics Intermediate Shop (AIS) test systems are critical for diagnosing and repairing F-16 fighter jet components, ensuring fleet readiness. A vital component, the Instrument Unit A Subassembly, is currently obsolete and difficult to procure.

The Mission Need: The 416th SCMS requires a modern, sustainable replacement for this subassembly to maintain operational readiness and mission capability for the USAF and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) F-16 fleets.

3. Key Technical Outcomes

The 416th SCMS is seeking **outcomes** rather than prescriptive design specifications. Capability statements must address how the respondent will achieve the following:

• Form-Fit-Function (FFF) Replacement: Delivery of a solution that serves as a drop-in replacement for the original unit (P/N: 2216901-005) without requiring modifications to the existing test station chassis or connections.
• Full System Integration: Seamless integration of the new subassembly with all existing VXI-IAIS hardware and software, sustaining 100% of the original testing capability.
• Configuration Management Compliance: Delivery of the solution in a manner that adheres to all USAF configuration and data management requirements to guarantee long-term supportability.

4. Submission Instructions

Interested parties must submit responses via email. Capability statements must include:

• Company Information: Company Name, Point of Contact, UEI, and CAGE Code.
• Business Size: The respondent's size status under NAICS code 541330 ($25.5M size standard).
• Past Performance: A description of similar engineering or obsolescence projects executed for government or commercial customers within the preceding three years.
• Acquisition Approach: The intended role (prime or subcontractor) and any anticipated teaming arrangements, specifying the intended workshare for each partner.
• Certifications: Any relevant quality certifications held by the respondent (e.g., ISO-9001, AS-9100).

5. Submission Routing

• Interested parties shall submit their capability statements electronically via email to the Points of Contact (POCs) identified below. To ensure proper routing, respondents are requested to include the Notice ID (FA8251-26-R-AISF16) in the email subject line.

• Primary POC: Christian Barwick, Contracting Officer, contact@example.gov
• Secondary POC: Shauna Vanderschaaf, Buyer, contact@example.gov