145th AW - Powered Paragliding (PPG) Flight and Sustainment System

Location: North Carolina
Posted: Jul 24, 2026
Due: Jul 31, 2026
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Type of Government: Federal
Category:
  • 16 - Aircraft Components and Accessories
Solicitation No: W50S87-26-Q-5004
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W50S87-26-Q-5004
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W50S87-26-Q-5002
Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Major Command
NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU
Sub Command
JFHQ USPFO NC
Sub Command 2
USPFO NC PROCUREMENT
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W7NS USPFO ACTIVITY NCANG 145
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General Information View Changes
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)
  • Updated Published Date: Jul 24, 2026 11:49 am EDT
  • Original Published Date: Jul 09, 2026 03:10 pm EDT
  • Updated Date Offers Due: Jul 31, 2026 10:00 am EDT
  • Original Date Offers Due: Jul 24, 2026 10:00 am EDT
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after date offers due
  • Updated Inactive Date: Aug 15, 2026
  • Original Inactive Date: Aug 08, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Product Service Code: 1670 - PARACHUTES; AERIAL PICK UP, DELIVERY, RECOVERY SYSTEMS; AND CARGO TIE DOWN EQUIPMENT
  • NAICS Code:
    • 336411 - Aircraft Manufacturing
  • Place of Performance:
    New London , NC 28127
    USA
Description View Changes

The purpose of this amendment is to add the following to the technical proposal section of the attached FAR Part 12 Synopsitation:



Primary Flight Canopies (Paragliders):

The system must include two (2) distinct primary paraglider wings per set to support varied operational weight profiles:




  • Unburdened/Agile Wing: One (1) wing sized approximately 23 to 25 square meters, optimized for standard operator weight without heavy payloads ("slick" flight).

  • Heavy Payload Wing: One (1) wing of a larger size, approximately 26 to 28 square meters, certified to safely lift, maneuver, and land the operator plus a minimum 80 lb integrated rucksack payload.

  • Visual Signature: Both wings must be manufactured in a solid, muted tactical color (e.g., grey, olive drab, or coyote brown) and feature no large, high-visibility commercial logos.



"Tactical color and low-visibility logo requirements apply only to components externally visible during standard flight operations (e.g., primary glider canopy, harness, and motor frame). These visual requirements do not apply to internal emergency equipment, such as the reserve parachute canopy."



Except as provided herein, all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.



The purpose of this amendment is to extend the due date for receipt of quotes and notify vendors of an upcoming addition to the requirement specifications.



Specifically, this amendment makes the following changes:





  1. Extension of Quote Due Date: The deadline for receipt of quotes is hereby extended.





    • Previous Due Date: Friday, July 24, 2026, 10:00AM EST




    • New Due Date: Friday, July 31, 2026, 10:00AM EST






  2. Addition of Specifications (Forthcoming): This extension is granted to allow the Government sufficient time to incorporate additional specifications for a parachute that was not included in the original solicitation document. An additional amendment providing these specifications will be issued shortly.





Except as provided herein, all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.



This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Subject solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote outlined below. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.



FUNDING: Funds are not presently available for this solicitation. No award will be made unless funds become available to make payment under an order. The government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation at any time without any obligation to the offeror by the government.



SAM REGISTRATION: Vendors must be registered and active in SAM.gov at the time of quotation/offer submission AND at the time of award (FAR 52.204-7).



SMALL BUSINESS



North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 336411



Size Standard: 1,350 employees



The Contractor shall provide all personnel, materials, supervision, and services necessary to provide the following:



Place of Delivery/Performance: New London, NC (City/State)



Applicable Wage Determination 2015-5897, Revision 4



Line Item 0001 - Rucksack/Backpack Powered Flight System - Qty: 2 / Unit: Ea - Unit Price________; Extended Price_________



Line Item 0002 - Sustainment and Spare Parts Package - Qty: 2 / Unit: Ea - Unit Price_________; Extended Price__________



Line Item 0003 - Basic Flight Operations Training Course (2 students) - Qty: 1 / Unit: Job - Unit Price__________; Extended Price_______



Line Item 0004 - Maintenance Technician Training Course (2 students) - Qty: 1 / Unit: Job - Unit Price _________; Extended Price_______


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  • KO FOR NCANG DO NOT DELETE 4930 MINUTE MAN WAY
  • CHARLOTTE , NC 28208-3866
  • USA
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Jul 9, 2026[Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Original)] 145th AW - Powered Paragliding (PPG) Flight and Sustainment System
Jul 23, 2026[Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)] 145th AW - Powered Paragliding (PPG) Flight and Sustainment System
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