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Aircraft Recovery Sling

U.S. Department of Defense
Updated Jul 23, 2026 · 20:47 UTC

The Air Force needs a small business to manufacture an Aircraft Recovery Sling Cat IV and its components.

Key Details

  • What exactly do they need? The Air Force needs a small business to manufacture an Aircraft Recovery Sling Cat IV and its components. The sling must meet the specifications outlined in the attached Salient Characteristics document.
  • What's the contract structure and timeline? The Government intends to place a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract for this requirement. The contract will be awarded based on the quote submission.
  • How will they pick the winner? The Government will evaluate quotes based on the technical acceptability of the quoted equipment and the proposed delivery period.
  • When and how do you bid? Quotes must be submitted via email to trevor.finch.1@us.af.mil and christi.murphy.1@us.af.mil by August 3, 2026, 1:00 p.m. (CDT).

Who can apply

  • Any certified small business may apply.

If you're interested, do this first

  • Email the contracting officers to RSVP for the site visit.
  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.

Primary point of contact

Name
Christi Murphy
Email
christi.murphy.1@us.af.mil
Phone
(325) 696-1085

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