CONNECTOR, PLUG ELEC / NSN 1680-01-501-4748 / F/A 18 AIRCRAFT

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, is seeking bids for the procurement of an electrical connector, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 1680-01-501-4748, for use in the F/A-18 aircraft. The core need is to ensure the availability of reliable electrical connectors that meet military specifications to support operational readiness and maintenance of the aircraft.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, located in Richmond, Virginia, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Christopher Rose, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: July 2, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 24, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. The estimated contract value or budget range is also not mentioned. There are no indications of option years in the documentation.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
To be considered eligible for this opportunity, bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• There are no specified security clearance requirements.
• No set-aside restrictions are mentioned, indicating that it may be open to all businesses.
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate specific technical skills related to the manufacturing or supply of electrical connectors that meet military specifications. Familiarity with standards applicable to aerospace components may be beneficial, though specific tools or platforms are not outlined.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the provision of the specified electrical connectors. Performance standards, milestones, and reporting requirements are not detailed in the provided information.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The criteria for evaluating proposals are not explicitly stated in the documentation. However, bidders should prepare to address technical approach, past performance, and pricing, as these are commonly weighted factors in government procurement processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include:

• Experience in supplying aerospace components or military-grade electrical connectors.
• Certifications related to quality management systems (e.g., ISO).
• Demonstrated past performance with similar contracts.

Bidders should assess their capabilities against these criteria to determine their fit for this opportunity.