Notice of Intent to Sole Source

The U.S. Army Contracting Command at McAlester Army Ammunition Plant is notifying the public of its intent to award a sole-source purchase order under simplified acquisition procedures for 16-inch and 20-inch parachutes, including Upper Carrier Assemblies, to be used at Crane Ammunition Activity. The procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1 as only one qualified manufacturer, Yoland Corporation, possesses the technical capability to ensure uniform compatibility and performance with previously supplied parachute systems, having successfully completed all required First Article Tests and Lot Acceptance Tests. This sole-source determination is based on market research conducted on June 16, 2026, which confirmed no other entity has met the stringent qualification standards necessary for these mission-critical components. The solicitation number is W53W9L0097917718, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026, and the contract type is Firm Fixed Price, consistent with commercial item acquisition policies under FAR 12.102(a). No competitive evaluation process will be conducted, and the award is not based on price competition or trade-off analysis; eligibility is binary and hinges solely on prior FAT and LAT compliance. The place of performance is linked to Crane Ammunition Activity in Indiana, while the procuring office is located in McAlester, Oklahoma. Although packaging, marking, and invoicing details are not specified, and no CLIN structure, contract value, or detailed delivery schedule is provided, the Government retains exclusive authority to determine whether to proceed without competition. The point of contact for inquiries is Andrea Jones, and the acquisition falls within the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. No socioeconomic certifications, UEI or CAGE codes, or additional representations from Yoland Corporation are included in the documentation, and no COR, COTR, or payment office information is provided. The procurement is not a request for bids, and responses will be used only to assess the necessity of future competitive actions.