Parachute Devices

Background
The contract is issued by the Department of the Air Force, specifically USSPACECOM, through the 45th Contracting Squadron. The purpose of this contract is to procure parachute devices that are certified Safe to Fly (STF) for use in active para-rescue operations by the 920th Operations Support Squadron. The justification for this sole source contract is based on the necessity for compliance with AFSOC standards and safety requirements.

Work Details
The contract involves a single award firm-fixed price for Cypress Aircrew LPP, Part Number: AAD2C2LPPL. The items must comply with the AFSOC STF Program, and any alternative products would require extensive certification and approval processes. The estimated value of this contract is $67,000 for 7 units, approximately $9,500 per unit. Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. is identified as the only source capable of providing these specific parachutes due to their certification and testing by AFSOC.

Period of Performance
The period of performance has not been explicitly stated in the provided information.

Place of Performance
Patrick AFB FL 32925 UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must be able to provide parachutes that meet AFSOC STF Program requirements. Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. is noted as the only source capable of fulfilling this requirement due to their exclusive certification and lack of authorized resellers.