F/A-18 Load Test Adapters for Blocks I, II & III Slings
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The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division is soliciting Firm Fixed Price proposals for the procurement of Load Test Adapters for Blocks I, II, and III Slings in support of the F/A-18 E/F program under solicitation N68335-26-Q-0430. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 332510, requiring all offerors to self-certify as small businesses in SAM.gov and maintain an active Unique Entity ID. Access to the controlled technical data package, which includes export-restricted drawings governed by the U.S. Munitions List, is contingent upon submission of a currently certified DD Form 2345 and proof of CMMC Level 2 certification, either through self-assessment or formal validation. Offerors must also demonstrate compliance with NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity requirements, with assessment results registered in the Supplier Performance Risk System. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 16:00 EST on July 8, 2026, to the designated point of contact, and all deliverables must be manufactured at the contractor’s facility and delivered within 120 days of contract award to the NAVAIR Lakehurst SE Staging Facility in New Jersey. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the contractor’s location by a Defense Contract Management Agency representative, with no subsequent acceptance at destination. Packaging must adhere strictly to ASTM D3951-18 and MIL-STD-129R standards, including ISPM 15-compliant wood materials, prohibited use of loose fill or shredded paper, and proper MILSTRIP labeling with 2D barcodes. Only new equipment under manufacturer warranty is acceptable, and all submissions must be accompanied by full compliance with federal regulations including FAR 52.204-24 related to telecommunications and video surveillance equipment restrictions. Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with non-compliance on any mandatory requirement resulting in automatic disqualification. The Government assumes no obligation until a contract is formally awarded.
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AMENDMENT 001: A clarification/revision has been made to the Statement of Work, section 3.0, REQUIREMENTS. Updated SOW attached, dated 28 July 2026. Please revise or resubmit offers prior to the revised deadline of 12 August 2026 at 4:00pm.
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The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWC-AD) is officially releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract on a competitive basis for the procurement of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) as outlined in the attached Solicitation N68335-26-Q-0430 package: Eval Plan, Buy Terms and CLIN Structure. The PSE items are required in support of the F/A-18 E/F program.
This solicitation is being issued as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside in accordance with FAR Part 19. In order for the offeror to be found technically acceptable, the offeror must be considered a small business under the NAICS code of the solicitation, NAICS 332510.
Technical Data Package and Export Control Requirements
This solicitation includes DFARS 252.204-7025, Notice of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Requirements. The technical data package contains Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Offerors must obtain access to the CUI drawing package to prepare a proposal. Proof of CMMC Level 2 (self-assessment) certification is required to request access to the technical data package.
The Government owns the Drawing Package for Load Test Adapters for Blocks I, II & III Slings, which is considered Export Controlled. All Offerors must possess a current and certified DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) to request access to the drawings. Drawings will be provided to the designated data custodian listed on the certified DD Form 2345 via the DoD SAFE website.
Requesting Access to Solicitation Documents
To request access to the Government-provided documents associated with this solicitation, Offerors must submit the following via email:
- Proof of current and valid CMMC Level 2 (self-assessment) certification.
- A certified DD Form 2345.
Requests should be sent to the Point of Contact (POC) listed below.
Solicitation Number: N68335-26-Q-0430 Point of Contact and Questions
The Point of Contact (POC) for this solicitation is: Mrs. Devin Hader, devin.l.hader.civ@us.navy.mil .
All questions and inquiries regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email and reference Solicitation Number: N68335-26-Q-0430, Solicitation Title: F/A-18 Load Test Adapters for Blocks I, II & III Slings. Questions must be received no later than 16:00 EST, 07/08/2026. Offerors are encouraged to review the Solicitation N68335-26-Q-0430 package thoroughly before submitting questions or requests for access. Late submissions of questions or requests for access may not be considered.
This RFP shall not be construed as obligating the Government to award a contract or authorizing work to commence and shall not serve as a basis for any future claims against the Government.
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