Next Generation High-Performance Parachute for Cargo Payloads
ID: W911QY-26-RFI-NGHPPType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG NATICKNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (314999)

PSC

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

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/98a2359baee44509b734c1a33f60e4ce/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command – Soldier Center (DEVCOM-SC), is seeking innovative sources for the development of next-generation high-performance parachute systems designed for cargo payloads. The objective is to gather information on advanced technologies and concepts that can significantly enhance the performance of precision parachute systems, particularly for aerial delivery in distributed operations, while focusing on improvements to the parachute canopy and its sub-components. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the Army's logistics and sustainment capabilities, with a particular emphasis on achieving substantial performance improvements over existing systems. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically to Allison Griffin and Dr. Kenneth Desabrais by November 6, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST, and are encouraged to include their business size, applicable NAICS code, and CAGE code in their submissions.

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    Dr. Kenneth Desabrais
    kenneth.j.desabrais.civ@army.mil
    Allison Griffin
    allison.k.griffin4.civ@army.mil
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