F-16 Landing Gear Light Covers

The contract calls for the supply of five protective covers specifically designed for landing gear lights on F-16 aircraft, intended to prevent damage during routine maintenance operations. These covers are critical for safeguarding sensitive lighting components from abrasion, debris, and environmental exposure while ground crews perform inspections or servicing. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid, in accordance with FAR 19.5. The North American Industry Classification System code 332999 indicates the work falls under miscellaneous fabricated metal product manufacturing, suggesting the covers may involve custom fabrication or specialized material fabrication techniques. The contract was posted on July 9, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Performance is required at Nellis Air Force Base, with a zip code of 89191, confirming the end-use location for the delivered items. The contracting office is identified as FA4861 99 Cons Lgc under the Department of Defense, indicating this is part of a larger sustainment or logistics effort for F-16 aircraft operations. While no point of contact is listed, the solicitation is accessible via the SAM.gov platform, and bidders must ensure full compliance with small business certification requirements and delivery timelines to meet urgent maintenance readiness needs.