Transmitter, Liquid

This contract pertains to the procurement of liquid transmitters identified by NSN 6680-01-075-4853RK and part number 472742-1, used in F-16 aircraft fuel systems to process signals from fuel quantity probes. The solicitation, numbered SPRTA1-26-R-0164, was issued with an estimated release date in May 2026 and closes in June 2026. The requirement includes multiple line items totaling various quantities, including production units, first articles, test plans, and reports, with deliveries scheduled mostly by early April 2026. Only manufacturers with proven qualification based on completion of all original design testing or equivalent government-approved tests are eligible to participate, emphasizing the critical nature of this component. The procurement is not set aside for any specific business category, and surplus materials are not authorized. The government does not own the manufacturing data rights, so interested parties are encouraged to contact the original equipment manufacturer. This acquisition involves military-application technology and follows special qualification criteria, with limited sources approved for this contract. The solicitation and related documents are available electronically through sam.gov, with all proposals considered fairly within the response window. The award decision will be based on a combination of technical capability, price, and past performance. An ombudsman is appointed to address concerns confidentially during proposal development to ensure a transparent and fair procurement process.