Butler Parachute W/HX400 (custom fit).
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to BUTLER PARACHUTE SYSTEMS, INC. for Butler Parachute W/HX400 (custom fit). This requirement is for the safe and reliable operation of escape and emergency systems at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) in Edwards, CA. Interested organizations may submit capabilities and qualifications by May 14, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Purpose & Scope
NASA/NSSC requires high altitude seat-style parachutes for use in NASA AFRC T-34C aircraft. The T-34C aircraft, previously military, lack an ejection system, necessitating a manual bailout system. The objective is to provide equipment to assure safe and reliable operation of these escape and emergency systems. Deliverables include inspection, packaging, verification, loading, shipment, and acceptance documentation.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, intended sole source under FAR 12.102(a).
- Set-Aside: None.
- NAICS Code: 314999.
- Product Service Code: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components).
- Place of Performance: NASA/Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC), Edwards, CA.
- Period of Performance: 5 years, requested through April 2031.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested organizations must submit written capabilities and qualifications to the identified point of contact by May 14, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. These submissions will be evaluated solely to determine if the procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The decision to not compete this effort is at the government's discretion. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Point of Contact
Tracy Bremer, Procurement Specialist, tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov.