Modular Aircrew Restraint, Back and Leg Support (MARBLES) and B-52 Advanced Seat Cushion (B-52 ASC)
ID: WNUK-24-0011Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8606 AFLCMC WNUK HUMAN SYSTEMSWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7205, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d70e1e46470a44c3a0d7a08d9ae35142/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking information from potential vendors regarding the Modular Aircrew Restraint, Back and Leg Support (MARBLES) and the B-52 Advanced Seat Cushion (B-52 ASC) systems. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that enhance aircrew comfort, resilience, and safety, addressing the limitations of current systems that have been in use since the 1960s. The MARBLES system will include components such as a torso harness, seat cushions, back cushions, and lumbar pads, while the B-52 ASC will focus on seat cushions, both requiring compatibility with existing aircraft without modifications. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 11, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Colin Cochran at colin.cochran@us.af.mil or Mr. James D. Connell IV at james.connell@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Colin Cochran
    colin.cochran@us.af.mil
    Mr. James D. Connell IV
    james.connell@us.af.mil
    Files
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    MARBLES Plus B52 ASC RFI 11SEP2024 - Amendment 1.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) # FA8606-24-R-2009 regarding the Modular Aircrew Restraint, Back and Leg Support (MARBLES) and the B-52 Advanced Seat Cushion (ASC). This RFI seeks to identify potential vendors capable of providing innovative solutions to enhance aircrew comfort, resilience, and safety, as current systems have been in place since the 1960s. The MARBLES system includes a torso harness, seat cushion, back cushion, and lumbar pad, while the B-52 ASC consists solely of a seat cushion. Key requirements encompass design specifications, compatibility with existing aircraft systems, size accommodations for aircrew, and adherence to stringent safety and environmental standards. Respondents must detail their capabilities, deliverables, and compliance with U.S. textile regulations, as well as provide cost estimations for the proposed systems. The RFI also emphasizes that responses are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a commitment to contract. The deadline for responses is set for October 11, 2024.
    MARBLES Plus B52 ASC RFI 9SEP2024.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) issued a Request for Information (RFI) # FA8606-24-R-2009 to assess market capabilities for the Modular Aircrew Restraint Leg, Back and Leg Support (MARBLES), and B-52 Advanced Seat Cushion (B-52 ASC) systems. This initiative seeks innovative solutions to enhance aircrew comfort, resilience, and safety, as current aircrew restraints and seats are outdated and linked to higher injury rates. The MARBLES system will encompass components like a Torso Harness, Seat Cushions, Back Cushions, and Lumbar Pads, while the B-52 ASC focuses solely on seat cushions. Both systems must be compatible across various aircraft without necessitating modifications. Potential respondents are required to provide detailed product specifications, compliance with military standards, and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) for component costs. All submissions must adhere to U.S. procurement regulations, and companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The RFI emphasizes the importance of addressing anatomical diversity within the aircrew population and ensuring that new designs do not compromise egress times or safety during emergency scenarios. Responses are due by 11 OCT 2024, with clear instructions provided for submission formats and proprietary information handling.
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