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Parachute Canopy Dereefer and Accessories

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FA483026Q0026Federal

Submission Closed05/04/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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This notice is a sources sought announcement issued by the Department of Defense through Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, for the purpose of conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying the FXC Corporation DM-500 Mechanical Dereefer and associated accessories, specifically 12 units of the DM-500 (PN 811-00289-4), two cocking tools (PN 811-00350), and two arming cables (PN 411-00223). The requirement is restricted solely to this brand-name product due to its critical interoperability with existing aerial delivery parachute systems, and no alternatives are permitted. Respondents must provide a capability statement containing detailed company information including CAGE code and SAM Unique Entity ID, point of contact details, business size and socioeconomic status such as small business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, and verifiable proof of authorization from FXC Corporation as an official distributor or reseller. Additionally, proposed lead times for delivery must be included, as the Government seeks to evaluate the availability and responsiveness of qualified suppliers. This is not a formal solicitation, and no contract award is guaranteed or implied by submission. Submissions are limited to electronic response via email to SrA Maximos Ramirez at [email hidden], with a copy to 1st Lt Nasir Smith at [email hidden], and must use the specified subject line format by the deadline of May 4th, 2026, at 8:00 AM EST. The place of performance is Fort Moore, Georgia, and while no contract value, pricing, or payment terms are provided, the notice indicates that the eventual award will likely follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis given the sole-source justification and technical specificity of the requirement. The DM-500 is a reusable, non-pyrotechnic reefing line cutter designed for use in T-11 and T-11R parachute systems, with operational parameters including a precise 2-second delay (±20%), water resistance to 5 meters, function across extreme temperatures, and a 100-cycle service life. Authorization for use is supported by Air Force exception TO 13C5-31-2 and NAVAIR approval, and all components are marked with identifying part numbers for traceability. No formal contract

General Info

Sole-source market research for 12 DM-500 reefing cutters and accessories from authorized FXC Corporation distributors only.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4830 23 Cons Cc

NAICS

314999 - All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills

Place of Performance

Fort Moore, GA, 31699, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Technical Manual for Mechanical Dereefer Model DM-5002 P/N 811-00289-4

technical-manual

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Mechanical Cutter for G-11 Parachute Authorization Exception

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PhaseClosed

PostedApr 28

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineMay 4

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/04/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4830 23 Cons Cc

Contacts2 people available

OfficeMOODY AFB, GA, 31699-1700, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4830 23 Cons Cc

Office AddressMOODY AFB, GA, 31699-1700, USA

Contacts

SrA Maximos Ramirez

st Lt. Nasir Smith

Full Description

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 Parachute Canopy Dereefer and Accessories to Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. Please submit all information to contact@example.gov, if you have questions, you may email or call at +1 (555) 000-0000.

2. Requirement

The Government has a requirement for the procurement of the following Brand Name Parachute Dereefer and accessories:

- Mechanical Dereefer, DM-500, PN 811-00289-4 (12 EA)

- Cocking Tool (to cock the Dereefer), PN 811-00350 (2 EA)

- Arming Cable (to arm the Dereefer), PN 411-00223 (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), FXC Corporation, confirming that the respondent is an authorized distributor or reseller of Dereefer 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.

Deadline: Monday, May 4th, 2026, at 8:00 AM, EST. Submit To: SrA Maximos Ramirez at contact@example.gov and CC 1st Lt Nasir Smith at contact@example.gov

Subject Line: “Sources Sought response - Parachute Dereefer - [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.