Combined Synopsis For Sole Source - REAL RUSB.pdf
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- FA930226Q0078
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This is a Combined Solicitation & Notice of Intent to Sole Source for aircraft recovery equipment issued by the Air Force Technical Order Command (AFTC/PZZG).
The contracting office intends to procure a REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system from Quality Research, Development & Consulting, Inc. (QRDC, Inc.) on a sole source basis. The solicitation number is FA930226Q0078, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products under FAR Part 12. The required items include five units of specific REAL and RUSB system configurations (REAL06M12, REAL23M126, REAL04M06, RUSB03 1" black, RUSB07 0.5" white base board, and RUSB06 0.25" white top board with belt), five sets of four handles, and shipping. Delivery shall be FOB Destination within 90 days after receipt of order to Edwards Air Force Base, California. The response deadline is July 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT. This acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns.
Market research confirmed the sole source nature of the requirement. A Sources Sought Synopsis published on SAM.gov from June 17-24, 2026 yielded zero industry responses, and QRDC, Inc. provided written certification as the sole manufacturer with no authorized third-party resellers domestically or internationally. The REAL/RUSB system is the only type approved for use by the Air National Guard-Air Force Reserve Command test Center and for implementation in technical manual TM4-48.03/MCRP4-10.3C/TO 13C7-1-11. The system replaces one-time use honeycomb energy dissipating pads and legacy plywood skid boards, reducing aircrew training costs and increasing manpower productivity. Although this is a notice of intent to sole source, all responsible sources may submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations for consideration. The contracting officer is TSgt Jamil Minosa and the contract specialist is Karla Vazquez.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| DF Below SAT - Part 12 - REAL RUSB Redacted.pdf | ||
| Statement of Requirements - OST REAL.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - FA930226Q0078.pdf |
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Combined Solicitation & Notice of Intent
General Information Details Notice ID FA930226Q0078 Notice Type Combined Solicitation & Notice of Intent Contracting Office AFTC/PZZG NAICS Code 336413 – Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment
Manufacturing PSC Code 1670 – Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery
Systems; and Cargo Tie Down Equipment Response Date July 16, 2026, 12:00 PM PDT
Description of Requirement
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate, written solicitation will not be issued [RFO12.202(b)(1)].
(i) AFTC/PZZG intends to negotiate on a Sole Source basis with Quality Research, Development & Consulting, Inc. for the procurement of a REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system (See Redacted Sole Source Justification attached).
Solicitation number FA930226Q0078 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ) for a REAL (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer) and RUSB (Reusable Universal Skid Board) system.
This acquisition is not 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.
(ii) The required items are:
QTY 5, 4242S100BSbBbTbBe, CDS4242S100BSbBnTbBeH = 9, REAL06M12 + 6 REAL23M126 + 1
REAL04M06 + RUSB03 1" black + RUSB07
0.5" white Base board + RUSB06 0.25" white top board + Belt http://www.acquisition.gov/
QTY 5, 4Handles, Set of 4 handles to handle RUSB
QTY 5, Shipping
(iii) This is a sole source requirement. See attached redacted Sole Source Justification.
(iv) FOB Destination. Delivery shall be made in 90 Days ARO to 110 South Wolfe Ave., Edwards AFB, CA 93524
(v) See attached SF1449 for a list of solicitation provisions that apply to the acquisition.
(vi) See attached SF1449 for a list of contract clauses that apply to this acquisition.
(vii) If you have any questions, please contact Contract Specialist, Karla Vazquez at karla_lizette.vazquez_montes@us.af.mil, or Contracting Officer TSgt Jamil Minosa at jamil.minosa.2@us.af.mil.
Response times. This letter does not constitute a change order, nor does it grant permission to begin work on the proposed requirements. It is requested that your proposal be submitted as soon as practical, but no later than July 16, 2026 @ 12:00 PM PDT to allow for analysis and processing.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE
Subject Description Justification The REAL RUSB (Reusable Energy Absorbing Layer / Reusable
Universal Skid Board System) is a proprietary system and sole source manufactured to meet the needs of military airdrop operations. This system is the only type system allowed for use by the Air National Guard- Air Force Reserve Command test Center (AATC) and approved for implementation in the TM4-48.03/MCRP- 4-10.3C/TO 13C7-1-11. The system replaces the current one-time use honeycomb energy dissipating pads and legacy plywood skid board. When utilized, REAL/RUSB systems will also reduce the overall aircrew training costs and increase manpower productivity.
Scope of Work REAL and RUSB System by QRDC, Inc. with 4Handles and Shipping.
Market Research Market research was conducted to validate the sole-source nature of this requirement. A Sources Sought Synopsis was published on SAM.gov from 17 June 2026 through 24 June 2026; the posting yielded zero (0) responses from industry. Subsequently, on 29 June 2026, the Contracting Activity obtained written confirmation from QRDC, Inc., identifying themselves as the sole manufacturer and provider of the required items. Furthermore, QRDC, Inc. certified that they maintain no authorized third-party resellers either domestically or internationally.
Instructions to Interested Parties
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.
Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
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