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99 -- BUTLER PAACHUTE SOL F41636-97-TA708 DUE 050897 POC TSgt Hetrick, Phone (210) 671-1721 Fax (210) 671-5063 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as a request for offer (RFQ). Submit offers (no oral ones), on requisition F41636-97-TA708. This procurement is restricted to Small business concerns. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-45. Standard Industrial Code 2399. Furnish, (30 Each) brand name Butler Parachute Systems Inc. Part Number 101-142203/0.5(CWA)XTC-500, Parachute, both emergency back, backstyle personnel parachute (harness, container risers) with a XTC 500 series canopy, Size 14"Wx22"Hx2"T, color Charcoal gray, with black trim (Pack). Parachute will comply with FAA TSO C23c category B or TSO C23d with a minimum of 254 pounds fully equipped and 150 knot certification. Certification Documents will be submitted with proposals. These documents ensure the proposed parachute meets aircraft speed and aircrew weight requirements and shall fit the range of aircrews. The T-3 Aircraft seat has no adjustments. Cushions are the only method to change seating accommodations. Additionally, the parachute will be equipped with Capewell canopy releases and adjustable chest and leg straps with B-12 securing snaps. The parachute shall have a maximum rate of descent of 20 feet per second with a 254 LB fully equipped load at sea level, and a hands-off glide ratio of no more than 1:1. The Canopy shall be made of orange material for signaling purposes. Partial shipments are acceptable and chutes must be unpacked when delivered. Delivery: 60 days after award. FOB: Destination for delivery is: 3rd TFS 2320 Andrews Ave., Building 7450 Room #3 or 5, Lackland AFB Tx., 78236-5201. The provisions at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors—Commercial items, applies to this acquisition. The provisions at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial items, applies to this solicitation. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Specifically the following clauses, cited are applicable to this solicitation: FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for special disabled and Vietnam ERA Veterans; FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers. The clause at DFARS 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions required to implement Statues or Executive Orders applicable to Defense Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Specifically the following clauses, cited are applicable to this solicitation; DFARS 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program. Offerors must include with their offer a completed copy of the provisions at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, and DFARS 252-212-7000, Offerors and Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, applies to this solicitation. Award will be based on lowest price, responsible offer. Offers must be sent in writing to the POC indicated above. Offers (in writing), are required to be submitted no later than 4:00PM (CST), 8 MAY 97, acceptance must be good for 60 days. Award will be made by 13 MAY 97. All responsible sources may submit an offer, which, if timely received will be considered by this agency.****** (0113)

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