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Sole Source CYPRES Automatic Activation Devices and Training for Air Force Parachute Operations

This notice details the Air Force's intent to sole source CYPRES Automatic Activation Devices and related training to SSK Military Industries, Inc. for the 304th Rescue Squadron, with the following key points: - Sole source procurement to SSK Military Industries, Inc. for CYPRES Automatic Activation Devices and accessories - EC CYPRES-2 1-Pin Changeable with LTM - EC CYPRES IR Remote - EC CYPRES Data Collector - Includes a one-day Military EC CYPRES Operator Training Course - CYPRES devices are proprietary, manufactured by JnA (Airtec GmbH & Co. KG), and listed on the Air Force Personnel Parachute Program Approved for Use List - NSN 1670-12-422-1310 is specified for the Automatic Activation Device - Only SSK Industries or authorized distributors can supply these items due to certification and proprietary requirements - The government does not possess manufacturing data and will only negotiate with the OEM or approved sources - All responsible sources may submit capability statements, but new source approval will not delay award - Place of performance is Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, AZ - No explicit contract duration or option years provided; determination dated May 18, 2026

Description

Intent to sole source to SSK Military Industries, Inc.

This is not a solicitation and quotes are not being accepted at the moment.

304 RQS is requesting the procurement of CYPRES Automatic Activation Devices. 

The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. Government intends to solicit to procure the below listed item. The Government does not possess or cannot provide the data necessary to manufacture the item:

EC CYPRES-2 1-Pin Changeable - w/LTM

EC CYPRES IR Remote

EC CYPRES Data Collector

Military EC CYPRES Operator Training Course - 1Day

All responsible sources may identify their interest and provide capability statements in response to this notice. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all responses received within 3 work days after date of publication of this sources sought notice will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Approval of a source is required. 355 CONS will not delay award while Source Approval is pending.

The time required for approval of a new source is normally such that an award cannot be delayed pending approval of a new source. 

This notice serves as the synopsis and notice of intent to sole-source. The Government does not possess the necessary information to manufacture the equipment/items solicited hereunder from any source other than the OEM.

See below for item specifics:

CLIN 0001 - EC CYPRES-2 1-Pin Changeable - w/LTM

CLIN 0002- EC CYPRES IR Remote

CLIN 0003- EC CYPRES Data Collector

CLIN 0004- Military EC CYPRES Operator Training Course - 1Day

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