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How to bid on F-16 Electrical Control Boxes for the Defense Logistics Agency
What the DLA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking an indefinite-quantity contract for electrical control boxes, National Stock Number (NSN) 1660-01-323-5309, used on F-16 aircraft. This contract will have a five-year base period with an estimated annual quantity of 40 units.
This is an opportunity for businesses to become a supplier for a critical component for military aircraft. While the solicitation is unrestricted, only Honeywell Limited and Edel Engineering are currently approved sources. Other interested companies must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package to be considered.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 14, 2026. Responses to this notice are due within 45 days of publication, which is October 01, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The government will consider all proposals received by this deadline.
The actual solicitation is expected to be issued on August 31, 2026. Information received from this RFI will help the government determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for manufacturers or suppliers of electrical control boxes, particularly those with experience in aerospace components. Companies that can produce NSN 1660-01-323-5309 or a suitable alternative are encouraged to respond.
Firms not currently approved sources but capable of manufacturing this item should prepare to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. The DLA does not possess complete technical data for this part, which may factor into SAR submissions.
How to respond to this notice
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The full solicitation, when issued on August 31, 2026, will be available via DIBBS at the issue date cited in the RFP. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF documents. No paper copies of the solicitation will be provided.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
If you are not an approved source, focus on preparing a robust Source Approval Request (SAR) package. This should clearly demonstrate your capability to meet the specifications for the electrical control box, even without complete technical data from the DLA.
Ensure your company is registered in the System For Award Management (SAM.gov) as this is mandatory for any award, regardless of dollar value. Review the DIBBS system and any reverse auction tutorials, as a reverse auction may be included in the solicitation. The final contract award may be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors.
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View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Defense Logistics Agency; the original posting controls.