Precision Military Free Fall (MFF) Parachute System – Request for Information (RFI)
| Location: | Ohio |
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| Posted: | Oct 14, 2025 |
| Due: | Oct 29, 2025 |
| Agency: | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Type of Government: | Federal |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | MP360-PARA-RFI-2025 |
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- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
- Original Published Date: Oct 14, 2025 03:11 pm EDT
- Original Response Date: Oct 29, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
- Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
- Original Inactive Date: Nov 13, 2025
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Initiative:
- None
- Original Set Aside:
- Product Service Code: 1670 - PARACHUTES; AERIAL PICK UP, DELIVERY, RECOVERY SYSTEMS; AND CARGO TIE DOWN EQUIPMENT
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NAICS Code:
- 314999 - All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
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Place of Performance:
Wright Patterson AFB , OH 45433USA
The Department of the Air Force, AFLCMC/WISN, is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing a Precision Military Free Fall (MFF) Parachute System to replace the aging RA-1. This RFI seeks information on commercially available or developmental parachute systems that can meet key performance requirements—including higher deployment altitudes, improved glide performance, and compatibility with GA operational needs. Responses are due by 12:00 PM ET on 29 October 2025.
- CP 937 255 3533 2530 LOOP RD W BLDG 560 RM 159
- WPAFB , OH 45433-7101
- USA
- 1st Lt Oliver Lindblom
- oliver.lindblom.1@us.af.mil
- Capt Gage Wright
- gage.wright.1@us.af.mil
- Oct 14, 2025 03:11 pm EDTSources Sought (Original)
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