Parachute Packing Press

The Navy is procuring a single Parachute Packing Press (Model GSU‑449/E, PN: COM00150‑1, NSN: 1670‑99‑555‑6604) to support the F/A‑18 Kuwait Classic program. Market research identified only one qualified source—Martin Baker’s authorized distributor Allied Defense Industries (CAGE: 0GD25). Because the equipment is a unique, non‑interchangeable asset, the solicitation is being issued as a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price contract. The effort includes ancillary costs for potential redesigns or alternate sourcing, which are deemed prohibitive, reinforcing the need for the identified vendor. • Required item: one Parachute Packing Press, model GSU‑449/E, for F/A‑18 program. • Only qualified source: Allied Defense Industries (CAGE 0GD25), distributor for Martin Baker. • Procurement method: sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). • Rationale: alternate vendors would require costly redesign, testing, and logistics updates (estimated $100‑$150 K). • Contract will be awarded directly to Allied Defense Industries; no competition is permitted.