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Request for Interested Manufacturers: F-16 Aircraft Ejection Seat, NSN: 1680-01-473-8222MH, P/N: J114936-547

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Submission Closed10/29/2025, 03:59:00 PM UTC

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The Department of Defense, through the DLA Aviation office at Warner Robins, is seeking to identify potential manufacturers for the F-16 Aircraft Ejection Seat, specifically NSN: 1680-01-473-8222MH, P/N: J114936-547, as part of the ACES II suite used in F-16 Fighting Falcons. This third-generation ejection seat has advanced features designed for pilot safety under a range of conditions, including high acceleration, center-pull handles for physiological adaptation during combat maneuvers, and a 30-degree reclined seating angle for enhanced comfort. At present, Collins Aerospace is the original equipment manufacturer and holds the critical technical data, configuration control, and necessary capabilities to produce the ejection seat in line with required performance specifications. Due to the unavailability of government-owned schematics and limited rights to technical data, the contract is intended as a sole-source procurement to Collins Aerospace, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, which permits limited competition when only one responsible source exists. However, parties who believe they can meet these requirements and demonstrate relevant capability are encouraged to express their interest by contacting the listed points of contact by October 29, 2025. It should be noted that this announcement is a market survey and not a formal solicitation, with no guarantee of contract award or reimbursement for submitted information.

General Info

Department of Defense seeks sole-source F-16 ejection seat manufacturer, Collins Aerospace preferred. Deadline October 2025.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Ga DLA Aviation At Warner Robins

NAICS

336412 - Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedOct 14

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineOct 29

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

10/29/2025, 03:59:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Ga DLA Aviation At Warner Robins

Contacts2 people available

OfficeROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → Ga DLA Aviation At Warner Robins

Office AddressROBINS A F B, GA, 31098-1813, USA

Contacts

Tonett Pendleton

contact@example.gov

Victor Henderson

contact@example.gov

Full Description

SUBJECT

Market research is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the F-16 Aircraft Ejection Seat, NSN: 1680-01-473-8222MH, P/N: J114936-547.

ITEM DESCRIPTION

The F-16 Ejection Seat is part of the Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES) II suite used in the Fighting Falcon. It is a third-generation seat, capable of ejecting a pilot from zero-zero conditions up to maximum altitude and air speeds in the 600 KEAS range. The peak catapult acceleration is about 12gz and use a center-pull handle to allow for the pilot's physiological response to the G-forces of combat maneuvering. The seat reclines at a 30-degree angle which is more obtuse to allow for better comfort in the cockpit.

IMPEDIMENT TO COMPETITION

The current original equipment manufacturer for the ejection seat is Collins Aerospace (CAGE 13499), which maintains its configuration by part number and configuration control. The Government does not own any data/drawings/schematics or has limited rights which indicate an inability to release data for competitive solicitation. As a result, Collins Aerospace is the only known source with adequate knowledge to manufacture the seat to its performance requirements and specifications. Collins has the required technical data and capabilities needed to produce the seats and ensure compatibility of the equipment.

INTEREST

The DLA/AWB Contracting Office intends to award a sole source contract to Collins Aerospace for the manufacture of the F-16 Ejection Seat. Other interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement no later than 29 Oct 2025 by emailing Tonett Pendleton, contact@example.gov, and Victor Henderson, contact@example.gov. The Government intends to procure these items using Other Than Full and Open Competition as prescribed by FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements.

DISCLAIMER

This sources sought synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation, and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.