311th HSW/PKRH, 7909 Lindbergh Drive, Brooks AFB, Tx 78235-5352

B -- FULL BODY ANTI-G PROTECTION DUE 030700 POC Mr. Richard Roussett(210)536-5551, Lt John D. Del Barrio (210)536-2390, or Bill Keihl(210)536-6318. WEB: RFP Not Applicable., Under Construction.. E-MAIL: To contact Program Manager, see E-mail address above., richard.roussett@brooks.af.mil. The 311th Human Systems Wing at Brooks AFB, is seeking sources which have the capability to provide a non-developmental self regulating Anti-G ensemble. Current G-suits rely on a 50-year-old design that uses pressurized air from the Environmental Control System (ECS). The pressure provided to the G-suit is based on the acceleration forces sensed by the G-Valve. This pneumatic system takes a few seconds for optimal operation, and requires the aircrew to perform anti-G straining techniques. The intensity of the straining varies from "extreme", during the on-set period to "moderate" based on the duration and the level of relief provided by the G-suit. The 311th Human Systems Wing is attempting to identify non-developmental systems that provide full-body High-G protection without the use of on-board compressed air and associated regulating mechanisms. In addition, systems should not require aircraft modifications and be considered safe for flight and ejection. Proposed systems should be reliable, durable, integrate with existing life support equipment, and have the capability to accommodate the female and male aircrew population. The government preference is for non-proprietary, non-developmental solutions. Information submitted will be used for planning purposes. Responses should be sent to 311 HSW/YASR, 7909 Lindbergh Dr, Brooks AFB, TX 78235-5232, within 30 days of publication of this notice. The response should include two paper copies and an electronic copy. This is a sources sought synopsis. This is not a request for proposal, and in no way commits the Government to an award of contract. Reimbursement of any cost regarding the preparation of proposals or bids will not be made. Technical questions should be directed to Richard Roussett, 311 HSW/YASR, (210)536-5551, EMAIL: richard.roussett@brooks.af.mil. Sources submitting responses and interested in making a technical presentation should contact Richard Roussett at the phone number or email listed above. All non-technical and contractual questions should be addressed to 311 HSW/YA, Lt John Del Barrio, Contract Manager (210) 536-2390, or Bill Keihl, Contracting Officer, (210)536-6318. Posted 02/08/00 (W-SN423096). (0039)

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