# Sole Source - Combined Pre-Solicitation_DM-500, P/N 811-00289-4 Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/fa930226q0109 - Solicitation number: FA930226Q0109 - Notice type: Combined synopsis and solicitation - Status: Closed. Deadline was August 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT - Department: Department of the Air Force - Agency: Department of the Air Force - Contracting office: FA9302 Aftc PZZ (FA9302) - NAICS: 336413 Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing - Product or service code: 1670 Parachutes; Aerial Pick Up, Delivery, Recovery Systems; Cargo Tie Down Equipment - Place of performance: Edwards, California - First posted: August 18, 2026 - Last posted: August 18, 2026 - SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2d744f82541a49a89db10f5516b59218/view ## Description Combined Synopsis/Solicitation & Notice of Intent ? General Information Details Notice ID FA9302-26-Q-0109 Notice Type Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 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 21 August 2026, 12:00 PM PST Description of Requirement ? This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Subpart 12.2, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Department of War (DoW) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with FXC Corporation for the procurement of FXC Parachute Canopy Dereefer, Model DM-500, Part Number 811-00289-4, QTY 6. Notice of Intent to Sole Source ?? Subject Description Statutory Authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1 Justification FXC Corp is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for this item. The FXC Parachute Canopy Dereefer, Model DM-500, Part Number 811-00289 is the only USAF authorized model as it pertains to Technical Order 13C5-31-2, Field Maintenance Manual with Repair Parts and Special Tool List--Parachute, Cargo 100' diameter, Models G11-B, G-11C, G11-D. Although, the product is listed as available for procurement through Divine Imaging Inc., an authorized reseller, via the GSA Advantage platform, Divine Imaging confirmed they cannot procure these items at this time on 31 July 2026. Further, on 8/13/26, FXC Corp advised that Divine Imaging is not authorized to resell this equipment and provided a sole source letter. Therefore, procurement must be done through FXC Corporation. This procurement pathway ensures compliance with federal purchasing guidelines while utilizing established government acquisition channels. Scope of Work Provide 6 each of DM 500, Part Number 811-00289-4 Market Research GSA search was conducted resulting in a singular retailer. Purchase inquiry was made and retailer could not meet demand. Although, the product is listed as available for procurement through Divine Imaging Inc., an authorized reseller, via the GSA Advantage platform, Divine Imaging confirmed they cannot procure these items at this time on 31 July 2026. Further, on 8/13/26, FXC Corp advised that Divine Imaging is not authorized to resell this equipment and provided a sole source letter. Therefore, procurement must be done through FXC Corporation. FXC Corp was then contacted for a quote. Contracting inquired about additional resellers of this product but the manufacturer confirmed there are no others. 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. Applicable Provisions & Clauses ?? The following FAR/RFO provisions and clauses apply to this acquisition: Provision/Clause Title FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Products and Commercial Services FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services ## Publications - August 18, 2026: Combined synopsis and solicitation, due August 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT. Notice 2d744f82541a49a89db10f5516b59218. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2d744f82541a49a89db10f5516b59218/view ## Points of contact - Jenna Jacobson, jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil, 6612779558 - JAMIL MINOSA, jamil.minosa.2@us.af.mil, 6612774473 --- Source: SAM.gov Contract Opportunities bulk extract. Confirm deadlines on SAM.gov before responding. Cite https://abierto.us/opportunities/fa930226q0109.