Description
The US Air Force is seeking a qualified source to repair the AIBU (Airborne Interference Blanker Unit) for the F-16 aircraft. The AIBU is a critical component of the aircraft's communication system, and the selected vendor must demonstrate the ability to repair and test the unit to the required standards. The vendor must provide a complete data package, including procedures, drawings, and specifications, and must also provide a qualification article for evaluation by the government. The estimated cost of testing and evaluation to become qualified is $23,300.00, and the qualification effort is expected to require 180 days.
• The vendor must have the required facilities, equipment, and personnel to repair, inspect, test, package, and store the AIBU.
• The vendor must provide a complete list of all procedures, drawings, and specifications, including change notices.
• The vendor must verify that they have a complete data package and can meet the government's requirements.
• The vendor must provide a qualification test plan and procedure detailing how they intend to verify compliance with all performance, environmental, mechanical, and quality assurance requirements.
• The vendor must provide a complete test report of the results to the government for review and approval prior to contract award.