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Emergency Recovery Systems (Parachute & Floats)

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This subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division, involves the supply and integration of emergency descent and aquatic recovery systems for Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. The scope of work requires the delivery and installation of on-board parachute systems capable of deployment from 200 feet AGL, alongside emergency flotation devices designed to facilitate safe water landings. All deliverables must strictly adhere to established aviation safety standards for emergency recovery. The project is based in Washington, DC, and falls under NAICS code 339999. Interested parties must note the response deadline of October 30, 2026, following the posting date of October 16, 2026. The primary objective is to provide prime contractors with reliable low-altitude deployment parachutes and aquatic float capacity to ensure vehicle and passenger safety during emergency scenarios.

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NAICS

339999 - All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20229, USA

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NONE

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This scope was carved out of CBP-INVNT-PAV-RFI.

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CBP INVNT Personal Aerial Vehicle (PAV) Request for Information (RFI)

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Mission Support Contracting Division
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Supplies and integrates emergency descent and aquatic recovery systems for prime contractors on CBP Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. Provides on-board parachute systems for deployment from 200ft AGL and aquatic float capacity for emergency water landings. Utilizes low-altitude deployment parachutes and emergency flotation devices. Adheres to aviation safety standards for emergency recovery. Delivers installed parachute and floatation systems.

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