C-17 Hoist, Fishpole-A/C Line Replaceable Units

This requirement is for a firm-fixed price contract with option years for an aircraft hoisting unit applicable to the C-17 aircraft only. This acquisition is for Hoist, Fishpole-A/C Line Replaceable Units, NSN: 1730-01-436-9399, Part Number: 17G113298-1. The hoisting unit is required to remove and install Line Replacement Units (LRUs) weighing up to 350 pounds on the C-17 aircraft at both the organizational and depot levels of maintenance. It is designed for limited access hoisting and has a 500 pound lift capacity with an overload device to prevent loading the hoist and cable over a preset limit load from 100-500 lbs. The five major components of the hoist are: the barrel section, the crank handle, the locking cable drum assembly, and the housing which includes an air motor for pneumatic lifting. Overall length is approximately 34" and approximate weight is 25 pounds. The hoist can be operated in either manual or powered mode.