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REAL/RUSB Systems

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FA930226Q0078Federal

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The U.S. Air Force, through AFTC/PZZG, is seeking proposals for a sole-source procurement of the REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system from Quality Research, Development & Consulting, Inc., under solicitation number FA930226Q0078. This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses and is being conducted under FAR Part 12 as a commercial item purchase, with no separate written solicitation to be issued. The requirement includes five units of the complete REAL/RUSB system, comprising specific configurations of energy-absorbing layers, skid boards, base and top boards, belts, four handling handles per unit, and shipping. Delivery is required FOB destination to Edwards Air Force Base, California, within 90 days of contract award. The determination for sole-source acquisition is justified by the proprietary nature of the REAL/RUSB system, which is the only approved system for use in military airdrop operations as specified in relevant technical manuals. Market research, including a published SAM.gov sources sought notice and direct confirmation from the manufacturer, confirmed that Quality Research, Development & Consulting, Inc. is the sole producer with no authorized third-party resellers domestically or internationally. All responses must be submitted by July 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT to Karla Vazquez or Jamil Minosa, and while non-competitive procurement is intended, the government retains the discretion to consider submissions from other sources to evaluate potential competition. The solicitation incorporates standard provisions and clauses referenced in the attached SF1449, and no work may commence until a contract is formally awarded.

General Info

Sole-source contract for five REAL/RUSB systems from Quality Research, delivery to Edwards AFB within 90 days.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc PzzView Agency

NAICS

336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA, 93524, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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RFQ FA930226Q0078 for REAL and RUSB System Sole Source

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Solicitation FA930226Q0078 for REAL and RUSB System

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Statement of Requirements - OST REAL Systems

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Authority to Solicit Single Source for REAL RUSB System - Jul 2026

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc Pzz
Contacts2 people available
OfficeEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA
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Department Of Defense → FA9302 Aftc Pzz
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Office AddressEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA
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Karla Vazquez
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JAMIL MINOSA
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Combined Solicitation & Notice of Intent


This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate, written solicitation will not be issued [RFO12.202(b)(1)].


(i) AFTC/PZZG intends to negotiate on a Sole Source basis with Quality Research, Development & Consulting, Inc. for the procurement of a REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system (See Redacted Sole Source Justification attached).


This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.


Solicitation number FA930226Q0078 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) for a REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system.


This acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.


(ii) The required items are:


QTY 5, 4242S100BSbBbTbBe, CDS4242S100BSbBnTbBeH = 9,


                                                                     REAL06M12 + 6 REAL23M126 + 1


                                                                    REAL04M06 + RUSB03 1" black + RUSB07


                                                                   0.5" white Base board + RUSB06 0.25"


                                                                   white top board + Belt


QTY 5, 4Handles, Set of 4 handles to handle RUSB


QTY 5, Shipping


(iii) This is a sole source requirement. See attached redacted Sole Source Justification.


(iv) FOB Destination. Delivery shall be made in 90 Days ARO to 110 South Wolfe Ave., Edwards AFB, CA 93524


(v) See attached SF1449 for a list of solicitation provisions that apply to the acquisition.


(vi) See attached SF1449 for a list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition.


(vii) If you have any questions, please contact Contract Specialist, Karla Vazquez at karla_lizette.vazquez_montes@us.af.mil, or Contracting Officer TSgt Jamil Minosa at jamil.minosa.2@us.af.mil.


Response times. This letter does not constitute a change order, nor does it grant permission to begin work on the proposed requirements. It is requested that your proposal be submitted as soon as practical, but no later than July 16, 2026 @ 12:00 PM PDT to allow for analysis and processing.



NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE


Justification


The REAL RUSB (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer / Reusable Universal Skid Board System) is a proprietary system and sole source manufactured to meet the needs of military airdrop operations.  This system is the only type system allowed for use by the Air National Guard- Air Force Reserve Command test Center (AATC) and approved for implementation in the TM4-48.03/MCRP-4-10.3C/TO 13C7-1-11. The system replaces the current one-time use honeycomb energy dissipating pads and legacy plywood skid board. When utilized, REAL/RUSB systems will also reduce the overall aircrew training costs and increase manpower productivity.


Scope of Work


REAL and RUSB System by QRDC, Inc.  with 4Handles and Shipping.


Market Research


Market research was conducted to validate the sole-source nature of this requirement. A Sources Sought Synopsis was published on SAM.gov from 17 June 2026 through 24 June 2026; the posting yielded zero (0) responses from industry. Subsequently, on 29 June 2026, the Contracting Activity obtained written confirmation from QRDC, Inc., identifying themselves as the sole manufacturer and provider of the required items. Furthermore, QRDC, Inc. certified that they maintain no authorized third-party resellers either domestically or internationally.



Instructions to Interested Parties


This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.


Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

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