Bid guide
How to bid on F-16 receptacle assemblies for the Defense Logistics Agency
What the agency is buying
The Air Force is conducting market research on potential sources for 15 newly manufactured receptacle assemblies for the F-16: NSN 1680-01-057-3391 RK, part number 16VP003-3. The work is associated with Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma.
This is a sources-sought notice, not a solicitation or contract award. The government is gathering information to help decide its acquisition strategy, including whether the requirement can be competed or set aside for small businesses.
Key date and what the deadline means
The response deadline is November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. The notice was published October 1, 2026.
This deadline is for market research responses, not contract bids. The government says it does not intend to award a contract based on this research, and there is no solicitation available at this time.
Who this opportunity may suit
It may suit manufacturers or suppliers capable of furnishing the labor, materials, facilities, and equipment needed to newly manufacture the receptacle assembly. The notice describes work that generally includes parts procurement or manufacture, inspection, testing, preservation and packaging, and shipping.
The Air Force is interested in businesses of all sizes, including small businesses and disadvantaged, 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and women-owned businesses. The listed NAICS code is 336413, with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
How to respond
Open the opportunity through “View original source” on the portal. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click the option again to go to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents.
The notice says interested sources must select the “Add Me to Interested Vendors” button to be considered participants in the market research. It also lists [email protected] for responses. Follow the notice’s instructions; requests for a solicitation will not receive a response.
Prepare a useful market research response
Clearly identify your company’s ability to supply the specified part number and NSN, and address whether you can meet a quantity of 15. Be specific about relevant manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and shipping capabilities.
Explain any supply-chain constraints or long-lead-time parts, and note whether becoming an approved source could involve nonrecurring engineering costs. Keep claims factual and distinguish current capabilities from steps your company would still need to complete.
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 Defense Logistics Agency; the original posting controls.