USFS CR-360 M1 Smokejumper Parachute

The USDA Forest Service, Aerial Fire Depot, Missoula, MT has a requirement for 72 CR-360 M1 Parachutes, Part No. CPS-CR-360. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 314999. The contract will be a single award, Firm-Fixed-Price type contract. This sole source action is being accomplished in accordance with FAR Subpart 6.3. The government believes that Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc. is the only known source that provides this requirement. The estimated value of this procurement is $210,000.00. This is not a request for competitive quotes, but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.2. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing solicitation #AG-03R6-S-15-0060. However, they must provide supporting evidence they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by 1600 (MST) July 8, 2015 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc. for the requirements stated here. Any information received will only be considered for the purpose of conducting a competitive procurement. Submit any information, questions, or comments to Jeff Gardner at jbgardner@fs.fed.us.