DLA Troop Support has issued a solicitation for 900 cargo nets. These nets (NSN 1670-01-029-8556) are used to transport freight suspended beneath helicopters, permitting a delivery without landing. They are 12 feet in diameter with a working load of 3,000 lbs, for use in light and medium class helicopters.
The last company that sold these to the military was Barry USA which sold 900 units for $1,185 each. The price has increased dramatically from $444 in 2018. Based on past procurement history pricing the estimated value of this contract $1 Million. Unlike other RFPs from DLA this is a single order for 900 units as opposed to an IDIQ where delivery orders are submitted over years.
Technical data is available on this item in the form of public specification so new companies can compete: https://www.fs.usda.gov/t-d/programs/fire/documents/5100_502f.pdf
All offers due by October 3, 2025. Vendors have 240 days from award to deliver the material.
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