SAM #FA930226Q0121

Procurement of Amphenol Aerospace Connectors for F-16 Flight Control Panels

The Air Force Test Center (AFTC), including the 416th Flight Test Squadron and Rapid Fielding Office at Edwards Air Force Base, is seeking quotes for Amphenol Aerospace brand-name connectors to support the F-16 Fighter Instrumentation Network System (FINS) and legacy flight control panels. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Test Center (AFTC), 416th Flight Test Squadron (FLTS), Rapid Fielding Office (RFO), Edwards AFB - Contact: Christina Day, NHIII; Josiah Broadway, 412 TW ENI - OEM Highlight: - Amphenol Aerospace (CAGE: 77820) is the sole approved manufacturer - Products Requested: - Amphenol Circular Connector, Socket Type, Shell Size 10, 22 AWG, Series II Equivalent (Part Number: 88-569742-35S) – 42 units - Amphenol Circular Connector, Pin Type, Shell Size 12, 20 AWG, Series II Equivalent (Part Number: 88-569743-98P) – 42 units - Amphenol Circular Connector, Socket Type, Shell Size 16, 22 AWG, Series II Equivalent (Part Number: 88-569745-35S) – 42 units - Unique Requirements: - Brand-name only procurement; no substitutions or alternatives permitted - Offerors must be certified HUBZone small businesses - Must provide valid OEM Authorized Distributor documentation or traceability certification - Delivery required within 60 days after contract award to Edwards AFB, CA - Purpose: - Connectors are essential for maintaining flight-certified baselines and proprietary configurations in legacy F-16 control panels

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12 procedures, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number is FA9302-26-Q-0121 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-05.

2. SET-ASIDE & NAICS

This procurement is a 100% HUBZone Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 513210-, with a corresponding small business size standard of 250 employees.

3. BRAND-NAME REQUIREMENT & JUSTIFICATION

This acquisition is restricted to Brand Name Only: Amphenol Aerospace (CAGE: 77820). Pursuant to the approved Determination & Findings under RFO 11.204(a)(2)(ii), only the specified Amphenol connectors meet the Government's minimum requirements. The salient characteristics are dictated by the certified Technical Data Package (TDP) for legacy F-16 flight control panels. The specific form, fit, and function of these proprietary connectors are essential to maintain the flight-certified baseline and avoid unacceptable costs and schedule delays associated with recertification. No substitutions or alternative products will be considered. Offerors must provide only the exact part numbers listed below.

4. SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

CLIN 0001: Connector, Electrical

<ul>
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    <p>Description: Amphenol Brand-Name Circular Connector, Socket Type</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Manufacturer P/N:&nbsp;<strong>88-569742-35S</strong></p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Salient Characteristics: Shell Size 10, 22 AWG, Socket Contacts, Series II Equivalent.</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Quantity: 42 Each (EA)</p>
    </li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>CLIN 0002:</strong>&nbsp;Connector, Electrical</p>

<ul>
    <li>
    <p>Description: Amphenol Brand-Name Circular Connector, Pin Type</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Manufacturer P/N:&nbsp;<strong>88-569743-98P</strong></p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Salient Characteristics: Shell Size 12, 20 AWG, Pin Contacts, Series II Equivalent.</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Quantity: 42 Each (EA)</p>
    </li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
<p><strong>CLIN 0003:</strong>&nbsp;Connector, Electrical</p>

<ul>
    <li>
    <p>Description: Amphenol Brand-Name Circular Connector, Socket Type</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Manufacturer P/N:&nbsp;<strong>88-569745-35S</strong></p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Salient Characteristics: Shell Size 16, 22 AWG, Socket Contacts, Series II Equivalent.</p>
    </li>
    <li>
    <p>Quantity: 42 Each (EA)</p>
    </li>
</ul>
</li>

5. DELIVERY & ACCEPTANCE

Delivery Date: 60 Days After Date of Contract (ADC) FOB Point: Destination Ship-To Address: Edwards AFB, CA 93524

6. QUOTE SUBMISSION & EVALUATION

Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to josiah Broadway josiah.broadway@us.af.mil no later than 09/04/2026 at 12:00Pm, PDST Zone. All quotes must include pricing per line item, total price, CAGE code, UEI number, and socio-economic status.

EVALUATION FACTORS: Award will be made to the responsible, certified HUBZone offeror whose quote is technically acceptable, fully conforms to all terms and conditions of the solicitation, and represents the lowest evaluated price (LPTA). Technical Acceptability includes:

1. Ability to furnish the exact brand-name Amphenol part numbers.

2. Submission of valid OEM Authorized Distributor documentation or traceability certification.

3. Active, valid SAM.gov registration with certified HUBZone status.

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