Aviation Fall Protection Bag
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 United States Air Force's 633rd Contracting Squadron intends to issue a non-competitive, single-source purchase order to Air Ups LLC for an Aviation Fall Protection Bag. This procurement supports the F-22 Raptor mission at the 1st Fighter Wing, Langley AFB, VA. The item is custom, F-22 specific, no longer in production, and has no viable commercial replacement. This notice serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation, inviting interested parties to submit capability statements by May 26, 2026, if they believe they can meet the requirement competitively.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a specialized Aviation Fall Protection Bag that is critical for the F-22 Raptor mission. This item is custom-designed for the F-22, is no longer manufactured, and lacks a National Stock Number (NSN) or suitable commercial alternatives. Air Ups LLC is identified as the sole source capable of providing this tailored aviation safety solution.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Non-competitive, single-source purchase order (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation)
- Intended Awardee: Air Ups LLC
- NAICS Code: 326299 (Athletic And Sporting Equipment), Small Business Size Standard: 650 employees
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (Note: This is a system designation; the procurement is explicitly single-source.)
- Capability Statement Due: May 26, 2026, by 4:30 PM ET
- Published: May 20, 2026
Call to Action
Firms believing they can provide the required Aviation Fall Protection Bag must submit a capability statement to Wesley Kuhlmann (wesley.kuhlmann@us.af.mil) by the deadline. Submissions must include:
- A general overview of the firm’s ability to provide the item.
- Past performance demonstrating experience with similar products. Responses must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Air Force. Late submissions will not be considered.
Additional Notes
No telephone inquiries will be accepted. All questions should be directed via email to Wesley Kuhlmann. The Government will determine, at its sole discretion, whether future competitive procurement is appropriate.