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78 -- Sole Source Brand for Additional Portable Digital Altitude Test Chamber

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FA7000-06-T-0154Federal

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The contract involves a sole source procurement by the United States Air Force Academy's 98th Flying Training Group to purchase an additional Portable Digital Altitude Test Chamber model FXC P/N 711-07146-23. This equipment is essential for testing the FXC Model 12000 Automatic Activation Device, a unique mechanical device approved under AFI 11-410 for use in free fall parachuting training. The 98th Flying Training Squadron is recognized as the premier training program for unassisted first jump free fall in the Air Force, and this specific testing chamber is critical to maintaining high standards for parachute activation reliability. The FXC Corporation’s Model 12000 is the only commercially available mechanical AAD that meets these standards, and the USAFA has a previous purchase history for this item, ensuring continuity and compatibility. The contract will be a firm fixed price acquisition using simplified procedures under FAR Parts 12 and 13, specifically for a commercial item. It includes the application of relevant FAR clauses such as offeror certifications, contract terms, and requirements for compliance with statutes and executive orders. Additionally, Department of Defense supplements related to contractor registration and statutory compliance are incorporated. This notice serves as a sole source announcement and is not a request for competitive proposals. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense office located at the USAF Academy, Colorado, with specified points of contact available for further inquiries.

General Info

USAF Academy sole source purchase of Portable Digital Altitude Test Chamber for parachute training.

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Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

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451110 - Sporting Goods Stores

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PostedSep 13

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

Office AddressUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

This notice will serve as notification of a Sole Source solicitation for the following: The USAFA, 98th FTG has a Sole Source Brand requirement to purchase an additional Portable Digital Altitude Test Chamber (FXC P/N 711-07146-23) used for testing the FXC Model 12000 Automatic Activation Device (AAD) during specified testing cycles. The USAFA, 98th Flying Training Squadron is the ?School House? of Free Fall Parachuting for the Air force. AM-490 is the only program in the world that trains students for an unassisted first jump free fall. The FXC Corporation Model 12000 AAD is the only mechanical AAD that is approved by AFI 11-410, USAFA Supplement and is readily available on the commercial market. USAFA previously purchased this item under Purchase Order #FA7000-05-0441, dated 21 September 2006. This will be a firm Fixed Price contract. This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This procurement is for the acquisition of a sole source commercial item using simplified procedures in accordance with FAR Parts 12 & 13. FAR provisions 52.212-3-Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items and 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items apply. In addition, the clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items, apply to this acquisition. Additional FAR clauses cited in the clause applicable to this acquisition are: (b) 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, and 31. DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes of Executive Orders applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following clause is included as an addendum: Department of Defense FAR Supplement 252.204-7004, Required Central Contractor Registration. You are reminded to refer to FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Items, regarding Solicitation Amendments. The full text of any provision referenced herein may be accessed electronically at: http://farsite.hill.af.mil. Please refer any questions to Contract Specialist, at +1 (555) 000-0000 or, Contracting Officer, at +1 (555) 000-0000.