CLOTH, PARACHUTE

The contract involves the procurement of 65,000 yards of parachute cloth identified by NSN 8305-01-115-9168 and part number PIA-C-7020, supplied by the Parachute Industry Association. This nylon ripstop cloth, specified under PIA-C-7020E dated June 19, 2013, is intended primarily for manufacturing personnel and cargo parachutes, as well as other deceleration devices, with possible use as a base for coated fabrics. The cloth must meet strict technical requirements, including a width between 60.5 and 72 inches, a maximum weight of 1.10 ounces per square yard, thickness not exceeding 0.003 inches, and be heat resistant with a solid color woven ripstop design in Field Green (matching Olive Green #106 per AMS-STD-595 standards). Rolls must be a minimum of 100 yards with limited splices, properly labeled with fiber content and date of manufacture, and maintain a minimum of 51 months shelf life upon delivery. Quality assurance is governed by DLA Master List technical requirements and additional clauses outlined in the DLA Troop Support Clothing & Textiles Additional Quality Assurance Requirements, revised August 2021. All lots must be accompanied by test reports and component certifications, and any change in material sources requires prior approval from the DLA Troop Support Contracting Officer. The contractor is responsible for inspection and testing, while the government retains the right to perform its own inspections as necessary. Delivery is expected within 155 days to Phoenix, with strict marking, packaging, and documentation standards enforced to ensure compliance with government procurement regulations.