TP-460 M3 9-Cell Main Canopy Supply

The contract pertains to the supply of TP-460 M3 9-cell main canopies specifically designed for high-performance tandem parachute operations, indicating a specialized requirement for reliable, high-capacity parachute systems used in military or advanced aerial deployment scenarios. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside classification, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, ensuring that only eligible small business entities may bid. The North American Industry Classification System code 314999 identifies the sector as other textile product mills, which encompasses the manufacturing of textile-based equipment like parachutes not classified elsewhere. The contract was posted on June 2, 2026, with a strict response deadline of June 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM, indicating a very short window for submission and suggesting an urgent operational need. The place of performance is listed as Portland, Oregon, with zip code 97218, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided. The contracting agency is the Department of the Air Force under the broader Department of Defense, signifying the end-user is a military aviation unit requiring these canopies for tandem jumping applications, likely involving training, insertion, or rescue operations. The absence of detailed contact information implies procedural compliance with standard federal procurement protocols, and interested parties must access the full solicitation through the provided SAM.gov link for complete technical, contractual, and compliance requirements.