Statement of Requirement - Fall Protection.docx

Statement of Requirement

Request a passive fall protection apparatus/system capable of protecting an individual from a fall from the Lockheed Martin F-22A Raptor aircraft. The apparatus/system should afford protection from falls of up to 5-Feet with no injury to the individual either from direct contact to the apparatus/system itself, the ground or any portion of the aircraft, station pylons or items stored on the pylons. The apparatus/system should encompass the continuous exterior perimeter of the entire aircraft from the engine air inlets without interfering with the operation of main or side weapons bay doors, any of the landing gear doors or flight control surfaces. The apparatus/system should not afford for any gaps between connection points but should allow for placement of aircraft servicing equipment including but not limited to ladders, stands or munitions loading vehicles. The apparatus/system should be capable of being moved by a maximum of (2) personnel and durable enough to avoid damage during movement/positioning that would jeopardize the structural/safety integrity of the apparatus/system. The apparatus/system should be capable of being stored by a maximum of two (2) personnel and transportable to deployed locations via ground or air transport.

Aircraft Dimensions:

Length: 62 ft 1 in (18.92 m) Wingspan: 44 ft 6 in (13.56 m) Height: 16 ft 8 in (5.08 m)

Request long term sustainment of the apparatus/system to include but not limited to operation and maintenance manuals, spare parts, repair kits or other consumable items. A three year warranty on parts, material and manufacture is also requested. Testing of proposed apparatus/systems will be conducted at a time to be determined prior to contract award. The apparatus/system will be evaluated on its ability to meet OSHA and Air Force safety requirements and standards and its ability to be installed, moved, transported, disassembled and stored. Additionally, the apparatus/system will be evaluated on its functionality and durability.

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