SOV Military Sigma Tandem Systems
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYNGB

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All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (314999)

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PARACHUTES; AERIAL PICK UP, DELIVERY, RECOVERY SYSTEMS; AND CARGO TIE DOWN EQUIPMENT (1670)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Kentucky Air National Guard, under the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole source purchase order for SOV Military Sigma Tandem Systems to Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc. This procurement is essential to ensure that the Special Tactics Squadron meets various Air Force requirements and Technical Orders, as Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc. is the sole manufacturer and distributor of these specific tandem parachute systems, which are critical for operations involving AC-130 aircraft. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill these requirements are invited to submit their capabilities in writing by the closing date of September 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time, with inquiries directed to Alan Wade at alan.wade.2@us.af.mil or by phone at 502-413-4439.

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