58 OSS Cypres Parachute System

SOL #: FA9401-26-Q-0007Special NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA9401 377 MSG PK
KIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117-0001, United States

Place of Performance

ROAD FORKS, NM

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (314999)

PSC

Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery Systems; Cargo Tie Down Equipment (1670)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 25, 2026
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Action Date
Mar 5, 2026, 6:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Air Force, 58th OSS Aircrew Flight Equipment at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, has issued a Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source) to procure Low Profile Parachute Assemblies and CYPRES x18 units. The Air Force intends to award a sole source purchase order to Butler Parachute Systems, Inc., as they are identified as the sole manufacturer and distributor of the specified BA-30 Low Profile Parachute System required for AC-130 aircraft.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for the acquisition of:

  • 10x Low Profile Parachute Assembly (P/N: 11090)
  • CYPRES x18 (P/N: AADC2CLPPL) These items are intended to replace unserviceable assets for the AC-130J aircraft.

Contract Details

  • Type: Sole Source Purchase Order (under Federal Supply Schedules per FAR 8.4)
  • Anticipated Award Date: March 5, 2026
  • Justification: Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and distributor for the BA-30 Low Profile Parachute System, which is specified for AC-130 aircraft. A Sole Source Justification Letter will be posted per FAR 6.305(a).

Submission & Evaluation

This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit written information describing their ability to provide the specified products. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible.

Key Dates & Contacts

  • Notice Closing Date: March 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Standard Time
  • Published Date: February 25, 2026
  • Primary Contact: Julia Kirby (julia.kirby.1@us.af.mil, (505)846-1146)
  • Secondary Contact: Kelly Scott (kelly.scott.8@us.af.mil, (505) 846-9062)

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