Paradigm Parachute And Defense Inc.
Paradigm Parachute And Defense Inc. is a minority-owned, veteran-owned small business manufacturer specializing in parachute systems, components, and related services for the U.S. military. Based in Pensacola, Florida, the company is registered in SAM.gov and provides critical aerospace and defense equipment to various federal agencies. The company focuses on producing high-quality parachute products, including cargo parachutes, personnel parachute harnesses, pilot chutes, extraction lines, deployment bags, and other specialized parachute components used in military aviation and logistics operations.
Through its prime federal contract awards, Paradigm Parachute And Defense Inc. has primarily worked with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation and the U.S. Air Force, delivering a wide range of parachute-related products. The company has been awarded numerous contracts set aside for small businesses, with contract values ranging from a few thousand dollars to several million dollars. These contracts have included the procurement of specific parachute components such as G-15 cargo parachutes, A-24 aerial cargo bags, pilot chutes, extraction lines, canopies, and deployment bags. The company has also secured contracts for parachute repair services, particularly supporting the Air Education and Training Command at Altus Air Force Base. Additionally, Paradigm has established itself as a subcontractor for major defense contractors like Lockheed Martin Corporation and HII Mission Technologies Corp, demonstrating its versatility and reliability in the defense supply chain.
Paradigm Parachute And Defense Inc. holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDVs) that expand its capabilities and reach within the federal contracting landscape. These include a $48.5 million multiple-award IDC with the U.S. Army Contracting Command for G-15 cargo parachutes and related supplies, a $7 million Blanket Purchase Agreement with the Army's Research Development and Engineering Command for commercial parachute dereefing systems, and two smaller $250,000 IDCs with DLA Aviation for parachute components. The company also maintains a $600,000 single-award IDC with the Department of the Air Force for parachute repair services at Altus Air Force Base. These IDVs demonstrate Paradigm's strategic positioning as a specialized supplier of parachute technologies and services, with the ability to support multiple military branches and critical operational requirements.
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Not listed 7303 Plantation Rd, Pensacola, FL 32504, USA
8/24/19 8/14/26 Customfab Inc.
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Not listed 7345 Orangewood Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92841, USA
11/9/04 4/8/26 Mills Manufacturing Corporation
Mills Manufacturing Corporation is a family-owned manufacturer of military parachute systems and components located in Woodfin, North Carolina, with over 75 years of experience in designing and producing critical soldier safety equipment. The company specializes in manufacturing specialized parachute-related goods for the U.S. Department of Defense, serving as a prime contractor for various military branches including the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps. Mills Manufacturing has established itself as a trusted supplier of high-quality parachute systems, components, and related equipment, consistently winning federal contracts that support warfighter safety and operational capabilities.
The company has been awarded numerous federal contracts primarily from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation and the U.S. Army Materiel Command Research Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM). These contracts encompass a wide range of parachute-related products, including T-11 Personnel Parachute System harness assemblies, MC-6 military combat parachute systems, deployment bag assemblies, static line extensions, and various specialized parachute components. While many of these contracts are not set aside for small businesses, Mills Manufacturing has occasionally been awarded contracts under total small business set-aside designations. The contract awards have ranged from relatively small purchases of around $100,000 to substantial contracts exceeding $9 million, demonstrating the company's capability to handle diverse and significant federal procurement requirements.
Mills Manufacturing Corporation holds several significant Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDVs) that form the backbone of its federal contracting portfolio. These include a $161,155,778 multiple-award IDC for G-16 cargo parachutes and spare parts, a $10,289,559 IDC for 15' Cargo Parachutes, and a $53,522,961 IDC for G-15 cargo parachutes, A-24 aerial cargo bags, and cargo extraction parachute assemblies. Additionally, the company maintains two single-award IDCs with DLA Aviation: one for T-11 Personnel Parachute System harness assemblies valued at $3,133,422 and another for personnel harnesses valued at $1,944,489.84. These contract vehicles have generated numerous task orders across multiple years, allowing Mills Manufacturing to consistently provide specialized parachute equipment to support the Department of Defense's logistics and operational requirements.
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Not listed 22 Mills Pl, Woodfin, NC 28804, USA
4/22/02 7/3/26 Butler Parachute Systems, Inc.
Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. is a minority-owned, Hispanic American-owned small business manufacturer located in Roanoke, Virginia, specializing in the design, production, and distribution of high-quality emergency parachutes and related aerial delivery equipment. Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2002, the company has established itself as a key supplier of critical safety systems and specialized parachute solutions to various federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, U.S. Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, NASA, and Defense Logistics Agency. The company's core competency lies in manufacturing personnel and cargo parachutes, training harnesses, oxygen kits, and other specialized aerial delivery components for military and civilian applications.
Throughout its federal contract history, Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. has been awarded numerous prime contracts across multiple agencies, providing a wide range of parachute-related products. These include tether harnesses for Coast Guard personnel, low profile parachutes for Air Force training and operational use, wiring harnesses for aircraft, cargo parachutes, personnel parachute harnesses, and specialized equipment like CYPRES automatic activation devices. The contracts have been awarded through various procurement methods, including total small business set-asides and unrestricted solicitations. The company has worked with agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, U.S. Army's Research, Development and Engineering Command (RDECOM), Air Force Global Strike Command, and various other military commands. Butler Parachute Systems has also performed as a subcontractor for Textron Systems Corporation, demonstrating its versatility in federal contract performance.
Butler Parachute Systems, Inc. has secured multiple significant Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDCs) that underscore its strategic importance in providing specialized parachute solutions. These include a $5,000,000 single-award IDC with RDECOM for individual systems and parts, a $18.5 million multiple-award IDC for 15' cargo parachutes, a $276.8 million IDC for G16 cargo parachutes and spares, and a $90.6 million IDC for G-15 cargo parachutes and related assemblies. These contracts, predominantly set aside for small businesses, allow various government entities to issue task orders for specialized aerial delivery systems and components. The IDCs cover a comprehensive range of products including personnel parachute harnesses, oxygen kits, cargo deployment bags, ground training units, and various parachute assemblies. Task orders have been issued by agencies like RDECOM, TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, and ACC Warren, highlighting the broad applicability and strategic value of Butler Parachute Systems' specialized equipment across different military and government domains.
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Not listed 1820 Loudon Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24017, USA
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