# DIBBS #SPE7L3-27-T-2484

DLA request for F-16 rigid connecting links and first-article testing

**Posted:** November 10, 2026
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE7L3-27-T-2484
**NAICS:** 336413

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking titanium-alloy rigid connecting links and a first-article unit for General Dynamics F-16 aircraft.
- **Buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Weapons Support, Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support; point of contact: Benita Umoren.
- **OEM:** General Dynamics is identified as the F-16 aircraft manufacturer/application. No connecting-link supplier or vendor is named.
- **Products requested:**
  - 47 rigid connecting links, side engine mount, NSN 3040-01-266-3546; piece number 16P1106-3.
  - 1 government first-article unit/test CLIN, listed as NSN 0001S00000052.
- **Requirements:** The link is titanium alloy and for General Dynamics F-16 aircraft. It is a restricted-source Air Force critical safety item requiring government engineering source approval and first-article testing.
- **Delivery:** Main supply is required 93 days after award. The first-article unit is due within 180 calendar days of contract date.

### Description

GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC (QTY: Qty - See Solicitation, NSN: 0001S00000052, Purchase Request: 7018862809)
CONNECTING LINK, RIGID (QTY: 47, NSN: 3040-01-266-3546 Mil-Spec, Purchase Request: 7018862809)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: No Data found
 

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