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This sources sought notice, issued under solicitation number FA483026Q0028, is a market research initiative by the Department of Defense at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, aimed at identifying qualified vendors capable of supplying authorized EC CYPRES brand-name parachute safety equipment, including the EC CYPRES-2 1-Pin Changeable unit, EC CYPRES Data Collector, and EC CYPRES IR Remote. The requirement is strictly limited to this specific brand to ensure seamless compatibility with existing mission-critical parachute systems, with sole-source justification rooted in FAR 6.302-1 due to interoperability and safety necessity. Interested parties must submit a capability statement containing company details including CAGE Code and SAM Unique Entity ID, point of contact information, business size classification under NAICS code 314999, and proof of authorization from the original equipment manufacturer, Airtec GmbH & Co. Safety Systems, to confirm legitimate reseller status. Responses must be submitted electronically via email by the deadline of May 4th, 2026, at 8:00 AM EST, with proper subject line formatting, and must also include estimated delivery timelines for the specified items. No formal solicitation or contract award is guaranteed, and participation incurs no reimbursement for preparation costs. The delivery location is Fort Moore, Georgia, with no FOB terms or contract value specified at this stage, and while security clearances and packaging details are not required, adherence to standardized military part numbers and NSNs ensures compliance with logistical and identification protocols. Socioeconomic status disclosures for small businesses, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB are mandatory, and all submissions are subject to confirmation of authorized distributorship as a key qualification criterion.
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Agency
NAICS
Place of Performance
Fort Moore, GA, 31699, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
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1. Introduction
This is a Sources Sought issued for conducting market research and identifying potential sources. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), or an Invitation for Bid (IFB). No solicitation is being issued at this time, and this notice shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.
The purpose of this notice is to identify potential vendors, including small businesses, capable of providing specific Brand Name Activation Device Enhanced Connectivity Cypres items and Accessories to Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. Please submit all information to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil, if you have questions, you may email or call at (229) 257-4712.
2. Requirement
IAW AFI 10-3503 Moddy AFB must utilize Cypres units see attachment 1
The Government has a requirement for the procurement of the following Brand Name EC CYPRES equipment:
- 0001 P/N: AAD2C1EC Desc: EC CYPRES-2 1-Pin Changeable (6EA)
- 0002 P/N: AADECCDC Desc: EC CYPRES Data Collector (2 EA)
- 0003 P/N: AADECCIRR Desc: EC CYPRES IR Remote (2 EA)
Note: This requirement is restricted to the brand name specified above to ensure compatibility and interoperability with existing mission-critical parachute systems. Justification is attached and will be attached in any future solicitations.
3. Submission Instructions (Capability Statement)
Interested parties capable of providing the aforementioned brand name items are requested to submit a capability statement. The statement must include the following information:
Company Information: Company Name, Address, CAGE Code, and SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI).
Point of Contact: Name, Title, Phone Number, and Email Address.
Business Size/Socioeconomic Status: Indicate business size standard and any applicable socioeconomic categories (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) under the applicable NAICS code.
Authorized Reseller Proof: A letter or documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Airtec GmbH & Co. Safety Systems, confirming that the respondent is an authorized distributor or reseller of EC CYPRES products.
Availability/Lead Time: Estimated delivery schedule or lead time for the required items.
4. Submission Details
Responses to this Sources Sought notice must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact listed below.
Submission Deadline: Monday, May 4th, 2026, at 8:00 AM, EST. Submit To: SrA Maximos Ramirez at maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil and CC 1st Lt Nasir Smith at nasir.smith.1@us.af.mil
Subject Line: “Sources Sought response – Cypres Units - [Your company name]”
Disclaimer: The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with the preparation or submission of information in response to this notice.
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