Precision Military Free Fall (MFF) Parachute System – Request for Information (RFI)
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA8629-PARA-RFI-2025
- Agency
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Lifecycle Management Center
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 314999 All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
- Place of performance
- Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433, United States
- Points of contact
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- 1st Lt Oliver Lindblom oliver.lindblom.1@us.af.mil
- Capt Gage Wright gage.wright.1@us.af.mil
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking sources for a Precision Military Free Fall (MFF) Parachute System to replace the aging RA-1 parachute system. This market research initiative is being conducted by AFLCMC/WISN to identify potential vendors capable of providing complete parachute systems that will serve Air Combat Command (ACC) Guardian Angel teams during Personnel Recovery missions. The current RA-1 system is reaching its end of service life in 2027, creating an urgent need for a replacement solution. The opportunity falls under NAICS code 314999 (All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills) and PSC code 1670 (Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery Systems; And Cargo Tie Down Equipment), indicating the specialized nature of this defense equipment requirement.
The RFI seeks commercially available or developmental parachute systems that can meet enhanced performance requirements including higher deployment altitudes (ranging from 2,000-35,500 feet), improved glide performance, and compatibility with operational needs such as Bottom of Container (BOC) and Double Bag Static Line (DBSL) deployment methods. Interested contractors must submit their responses electronically by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on October 29, 2025, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for participation. The Air Force encourages broad industry participation from both U.S. and non-U.S. firms, requesting detailed information including company data, small business certifications, product capabilities, compliance with applicable standards, warranty terms, and potential program risks. This market research will inform the government's acquisition strategy development, though respondents should note that the RFI does not constitute a formal solicitation and will not result in reimbursement of response preparation costs.
Notice text
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 operational needs. Responses are due by 12:00 PM ET on 29 October 2025.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Military Freefall (MFF) Parachute Systems RFI 14 Oct 2025 Final.pdf |
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