2-Way Canopy Formation Skydiving Instructor
ID: PANMCC25P0000016566Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

PSC

SOCIAL- RECREATIONAL (G003)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/910466cf9bce4fe5af677b8762de2f3c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army, is seeking a qualified contractor to provide a certified 2-Way Sequential Canopy Formation Instructor for the United States Army Parachute Team (USAPT). The primary objective of this contract is to enhance the skydiving skills of the Golden Knights, a competitive canopy formation team, through expert training and individualized performance plans aimed at achieving podium finishes in upcoming national and international competitions. This contract is critical for fostering team cohesion, refining in-air techniques, and navigating competition rules, with a performance period anticipated from June 9, 2025, to June 8, 2026. Interested parties may contact Connie A. Campbell at connie.a.campbell.civ@army.mil or Rodrique O. King at rodrique.o.king.civ@army.mil for further details, as the contract will be awarded on a sole-source basis to Canopy Formation Specialists, Incorporated.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Connie A. Campbell
    connie.a.campbell.civ@army.mil
    Rodrique O. King
    rodrique.o.king.civ@army.mil
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    IA02 Draft PWS 2 WAY CRW_ USAPT version 20MAY (002)_KS 05.29.2025.pdf
    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a contract to provide a certified 2 Way Sequential Canopy Formation Instructor for the US Army Parachute Team (USAPT). The primary purpose of this contract is to enhance the skydiving skills of the Golden Knights, a new competitive canopy formation team, to improve their performance at national and international levels. The instructor will deliver expert training, develop individualized plans, and address developmental barriers faced by team members. Key objectives include fostering team cohesion, navigating competition rules, and refining in-air techniques to achieve podium finishes at the 2025 US Canopy Formation Skydiving Nationals and Armed Forces Sports Parachuting Competition. The contract spans one year, with specified performance thresholds tied to individual training plans and overall team results. Quality control processes are outlined to ensure compliance with contract standards, and the contractor must adhere to security regulations. The document emphasizes the critical nature of the instructor's role in achieving success in elite competitions while maintaining high standards and operational security throughout the contract period.
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