Request for Information (RFI)- USAF Test Pilot School Jetpack BPA Tender, USA - 115078091

Procurement Summary

Country : USA

Summary : Request for Information (RFI)- USAF Test Pilot School Jetpack BPA

Deadline : 26 Feb 2025

Other Information

Notice Type : Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 115078091

Document Ref. No. : 241209082130

Competition : ICB

Financier : Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership : Public

Tender Value : Refer Document

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Tender Details

Description

This announcement constitutes a Sources Sought Synopsis and Request for Information (RFI) to afford industry an opportunity to provide information regarding their capabilities to provide commercial items and services. This is not a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or an Invitation for Bid (IFB), nor is it to be construed as a commitment by the U.S. Government to form a binding contract. Parties that respond will not be paid for the information submitted. The Air Force is hereby requesting capability statements and other information from interested sources.



The USAF TPS at the Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB, CA TPS is requesting flights with a jetpack/jetsuit (man-sized) system that allows for limited airborne flight in support of the staff and student qualitative evaluation flights. TPS/QE is requesting 125 flights (goes) per year. Each person flying will receive classroom instruction and several flights (2-3) in the jet suit. The number of sorties each student receives will be based on individual-s proficiency with the jetsuit. The system/instruction should:

Consist of small jet engine(s) that will allow the flyer to hover and maneuver mid-air. Altitude of flights/goes should be limited to only several meters off the ground. Include a robust safety system and have available, to include but not limited to: harnesses, helmets, face masks, padding and safety wires. Proper classroom instructions and system familiarization shall be provided to each flyer prior to flight. All training and flight activities shall occur at a facility within 100 miles of Edwards AFB, CA.

The AFTC anticipates awarding a contract under the associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 611512 with a standard size of $34, 000, 000 dollars and a Product Service Code (PSC) of U099. A BPA contract lasting one (1) year plus an additional four (4) option years will be contemplated. System for Award Management (Sam.gov) registration is manda...
Active Contract Opportunity
Notice ID : 241209082130
Related Notice
Department/Ind. Agency : DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier : DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Major Command : AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND
Sub Command : AIR FORCE TEST CENTER
Office: FA9304 AFTC PZZ
General Information
Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
Original Published Date: Feb 19, 2025 06:15 pm EST
Original Response Date: Feb 26, 2025 04:30 pm EST
Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
Original Inactive Date: Mar 13, 2025
Initiative: None

Classification
Original Set Aside:
Product Service Code: U099 - EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER
NAICS Code: 611512 - Flight Training

Place of Performance: CA 93524 USA

Documents

 Tender Notice

Sources-Sought-RFI-Jetpack-Requirement-Attachment.pdf