RIB, STIFFENER, AIRCR

This contract is for the procurement of 13 units of a rib stiffener component designed for aircraft use, identified under the National Stock Number 1560-00-657-5825. The item must be delivered within 171 days to Tinker Air Force Base, and it involves compliance with detailed technical and quality requirements as specified by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The contract incorporates several engineering notes and exceptions from specific drawings, with adherence to master technical standards available through the DLA’s procurement website. The acquisition requires conformity to various stringent quality controls, including inspection and acceptance at origin, packaging requirements, configuration change management, and appropriate physical identification of the bare item. Additionally, the contract imposes strict cybersecurity and export control measures, including requirements for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 and limitations on the handling and distribution of export-controlled technical data. The export controls are governed by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), restricting data access to authorized contractors with proper certification and training. Correspondence and communication for this solicitation are managed by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, with a point of contact provided for inquiries. The solicitation opened on March 4, 2026, with a response deadline of March 9, 2026.