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FAA Airworthiness Certification & Compliance Support

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The contract requires support for ensuring aviation components comply with Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness standards and the preparation of complete certification packages for submission to regulatory authorities. This work directly impacts aviation safety by verifying that all mechanical and technical components meet rigorous federal requirements before being certified for use in aircraft systems. The scope involves technical documentation, compliance verification, and coordination with regulatory bodies to facilitate timely and accurate certification approvals. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Defense Logistics Agency, categorized under NAICS code 541350 for engineering services. The posting date indicates it was made available in May 2026, with performance location details unspecified and no set-aside designation applied. The work is tied to a specific prime contract identified by the award number SPRPA119D001U and delivery order SPE4A526F5541, indicating a formal link to existing defense aviation programs requiring certified components. All activities must align with FAA regulations and support the broader mission of maintaining safety and reliability in military and civilian aviation systems.

General Info

Support FAA-compliant aviation component certification under DoD contract SPRPA119D001U.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics AgencyView Agency

NAICS

541350 - Building Inspection ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4A5-26-F-5541.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedMay 28

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Ensure components meet FAA airworthiness standards and prepare certification packages for submission affecting aviation safety.

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