Sole Source - Combined Pre-Solicitation_DM-500, P/N 811-00289-4
Department of Defense · Department of the Air Force · FA9302 AFTC PZZ
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
FA930226Q0109
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
NAICS
336413
Product service code
1670
Set-aside
No Set aside used
Posted
2026-08-18
Response deadline
Aug 21, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
Edwards, CA
Contracting contact
jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation & Notice of Intent ? General Information Details Notice ID FA9302-26-Q-0109 Notice Type Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Contracting Office AFTC/PZZG NAICS Code 336413 - Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing PSC Code 1670 - Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery Systems; and Cargo Tie Down Equipment Response Date 21 August 2026, 12:00 PM PST Description of Requirement ? This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Subpart 12.2, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Department of War (DoW) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with FXC Corporation for the procurement of FXC Parachute Canopy Dereefer, Model DM-500, Part Number 811-00289-4, QTY 6. Notice of Intent to Sole Source ?? Subject Description Statutory Authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1 Justification FXC Corp is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for this item. The FXC Parachute Canopy Dereefer, Model DM-500, Part Number 811-00289 is the only USAF authorized model as it pertains to Technical Order 13C5-31-2, Field Maintenance Manual with Repair Parts and Special Tool List--Parachute, Cargo 100' diameter, Models G11-B, G-11C, G11-D. Although, the product is listed as available for procurement through Divine Imaging Inc., an authorized reseller, via the GSA Advantage platform, Divine Imaging confirmed they cannot procure these items at this time on 31 July 2026. Further, on 8/13/26, FXC Corp advised that Divine Imaging is not authorized to resell this equipment and provided a sole source letter. Therefore, procurement must be done through FXC Corporation. This procurement pathway ensures compliance with federal purchasing guidelines while utilizing established government acquisition channels. Scope of Work Provide 6 each of DM 500, Part Number 811-00289-4 Market Research GSA search was conducted resulting in a singular retailer. Purchase inquiry was made and retailer could not meet demand. Although, the product is listed as available for procurement through Divine Imaging Inc., an authorized reseller, via the GSA Advantage platform, Divine Imaging confirmed they cannot procure these items at this time on 31 July 2026. Further, on 8/13/26, FXC Corp advised that Divine Imaging is not authorized to resell this equipment and provided a sole source letter. Therefore, procurement must be done through FXC Corporation. FXC Corp was then contacted for a quote. Contracting inquired about additional resellers of this product but the manufacturer confirmed there are no others. 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. Applicable Provisions & Clauses ?? The following FAR/RFO provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: Provision/Clause Title FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services
Contact
Point of contact
Jenna Jacobson
Role
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Email
jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil
Secondary
jamil.minosa.2@us.af.mil
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