F-16 TRAVEL PODS

The contract seeks to procure 20 F-16 Travel Pods, specifically the Cobham MXU Cargo Pod or an equivalent model, designed to meet stringent specifications suitable for military use. Each pod has a capacity of 300 lbs with a usable volume of 4.75 cubic feet, supporting load factors of 5.0G during symmetric flight and 4.0G under asymmetrical loading conditions. Constructed from all-welded aluminum, the pods measure 129.6 inches in length, have a maximum diameter of 18.6 inches, and weigh 104 lbs when empty. They interface with aircraft systems according to the MIL-STTD-8591 standard and feature suspension lugs spaced 14 inches apart. The standard production lead time for these pods is 32 weeks. This solicitation was posted on June 29, 2012, under solicitation number fa5682-12-R-0013, with the place of performance listed as Aviano. It is categorized under NAICS code 336413, relevant to aerospace product and parts manufacturing. The point of contact includes two contract specialists, Rachel E.R. Ishee and George Minkins, available for further inquiries. The procurement aims to support operational requirements with pods that conform to the specified design and performance standards, ensuring compatibility and reliability for F-16 aircraft missions.