Bid guide
How to bid on F-16 SST Repair for the Dept of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force requires a contractor to provide repair services for F-16 SST CCA components. This is a five-year, firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. This means the Air Force will place orders for repairs as needed over the five-year period.
The contractor will be responsible for supplying all labor, parts, materials, and equipment necessary to perform these repairs. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 06, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 06, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
After the deadline, the Air Force will review all submitted proposals to select a contractor for the F-16 SST CCA component repair services.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for small businesses with expertise in equipment repair, specifically related to avionics or electronic components for military aircraft like the F-16. Firms capable of providing comprehensive repair services, including labor, parts, materials, and equipment, will be well-suited.
The contract involves the repair of National Stock Number (NSN) 5998-01-555-5340 components. Vendors with experience in this specific category or similar military electronic component repairs should consider bidding.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for some bids, this step is not necessary.
Tips for a competitive response
For an IDIQ contract, clearly demonstrate your capacity to handle fluctuating order volumes over the five-year period. While Best Estimated Quantities (BEQ) are provided, emphasize your flexibility and ability to meet demand as requirements arise.
Highlight your experience with similar repair services, especially for military or F-16 components. Detail your quality control processes, your access to necessary parts and materials, and your skilled labor force. Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects all costs for labor, parts, materials, and equipment.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dept of the Air Force; the original posting controls.