Aviation Fall Protection Systems FA480026Q0067
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AI-generated · May 21, 2026Procure a custom, F-22–specific Aviation Fall Protection Bag to support the 1st Fighter Wing mission at Langley AFB. This item is no longer produced, has no National Stock Number, and no viable replacement; Air Ups LLC has been identified as the sole source capable of meeting this requirement, and a search of available commercial items found no suitable substitutes. Because of this, the purchase will be a brand-name, single-source, noncompetitive award.
Interested firms may submit a capability statement if they believe they can meet the requirement, including relevant past performance. The government will consider whether future competition is advantageous and may pursue a competitive procurement if warranted. No telephone inquiries; questions should be directed to the designated contracting point of contact, without including specific contact information in this summary.
The United States Air Force s 633rd Contracting Squadron, part of Air Combat Command, intends to issue a purchase order to Air Ups LLC for the procurement of an Aviation Fall Protection Bag. This acquisition will be conducted as a non?competitive, single?source procurement in accordance with Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) 12.102(a), which authorizes single?source purchases when no other supplies or services can meet agency requirements. The 633rd Contracting Squadron, located at 14 Burrell St., Building 67, Langley AFB, VA 23665, will award this contract to support the F?22 Raptor mission at the 1st Fighter Wing, Langley AFB. The Aviation Fall Protection Bag is a custom, F?22?specific item that is no longer in production and does not have a National Stock Number or any viable replacement. A comprehensive search for alternative commercial items yielded no suitable substitutes. Air Ups LLC specializes in tailored aviation safety solutions that meet unique military operational requirements, capabilities not commonly found among multiple suppliers. This announcement serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with RFO 12.102(a). As this is a brand?name, single?source solicitation, no additional written solicitation will be issued. This notice is published in accordance with RFO 6.1031(b) and the combined synopsis/solicitation procedures of FAR 12.603. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 326299, with a Small Business Size Standard of 650 employees. This notice does not constitute a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they possess the capability to meet this requirement may submit a capability statement to Wesley Kuhlmann at wesley.kuhlmann@us.af.mil no later than 4:30 PM Eastern Time on May 26, 2025. The Government intends to award using procedures other than full and open competition, as only one responsible source is currently identified as capable of meeting the requirement. Although this is a Notice of Intent, no solicitation is available currently. Firms that believe the Air Force should pursue a competitive procurement may submit a capability statement within five (5) days of this posting. Responses must include: A general overview of the firm s ability to provide the required item Past performance demonstrating experience with similar products Late submissions will not be considered. Responses must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Air Force. The Government will determine, at its sole discretion, whether future competitive procurement is appropriate based on the information received. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. Questions regarding this notice should be directed to Wesley Kuhlmann at wesley.kuhlmann@us.af.mil.
From Combined Synopsis/Solicitation posted on May 20, 2026This notice is published in accordance with RFO 6.103-1 and the procedures of FAR 5.101(b)(2). The United States Air Force s 633rd Contracting Squadron, part of Air Combat Command, intends to issue a purchase order to Air Ups LLC for the procurement of an Aviation Fall Protection Bag. This acquisition will be conducted as a non?competitive, single?source procurement in accordance with Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) 12.102(a), which authorizes single?source purchases when no other supplies or services can meet agency requirements. The 633rd Contracting Squadron, located at 14 Burrell St., building 67, Langley AFB, VA 23665, will award this contract to support the F?22 Raptor mission at the 1st Fighter Wing, Langley AFB. The Aviation Fall Protection Bag is a custom, F?22?specific item that is no longer in production and does not have a National Stock Number or any viable replacement. A comprehensive search for alternative commercial items yielded no suitable substitutes. Air Ups LLC specializes in tailored aviation safety solutions that meet unique military operational requirements, capabilities not commonly found among multiple suppliers. This announcement serves as a solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with RFO 12.102(a). As this is a brand?name, single?source solicitation. This notice is published in accordance with RFO 6.103-1 and solicitation procedures of FAR 12.603. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 326299, with a Small Business Size Standard of 150 employees. This notice does not constitute a request for competitive quotes. However, interested parties who believe they possess the capability to meet this requirement may submit a capability statement to SrA Wesley Kuhlmann at wesley.kuhlmann@us.af.mil no later than 4:30 PM Eastern Time on June 1, 2026. The Government intends to award this requirement no later than June 12, 2026, using procedures other than full and open competition, as only one responsible source is currently identified as capable of meeting the requirement. Attached are the RFQ, SOR, and provisions and clauses for reference.
From Solicitation posted on May 27, 2026Notice history
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Solicitation LATEST Posted May 27, 2026View changes (4)
- Title: Aviation Fall Protection Bag → Aviation Fall Protection Systems
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation → Solicitation
- Response Deadline: May 27, 2026 → Jun 01, 2026
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