Statement of Work Slingmax

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Statement of Work
SLINGMAX Twin-Path Slings

1. Objective

To acquire two (2) 7,000 lb and two (2) 10,000 lb SLINGMAX Twin-Path highperformance synthetic recovery sling to support 437 MXS Wing Crash Damaged or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR) operations. These slings are required to restore mandatory heavy-lift capabilities, mitigate risk of secondary airframe damage, and ensure full compliance with Air Force Technical Order (TO) 00-80C-1, which explicitly identifies the Twin-Path sling as required equipment for this mission.

2. Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all equipment, materials, proof-testing, certification, and delivery necessary to supply fully certified SLINGMAX Twin-Path synthetic recovery slings that meet the salient characteristics and technical requirements outlined below. No other brand of sling can be accepted due to proprietary safety features and mandatory Air Force CDDAR training and operational standardization.

3. Requirements

The synthetic recovery slings must be SLINGMAX Twin-Path models meeting the following minimum specifications:
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Quantities & Working Load Limits (WLL): One (1) sling rated at 7,000 lbs WLL (vertical) and one (1) sling rated at 10,000 lbs WLL (vertical), compliant with ASME B30.9 hitch configurations (basket, choker).

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Proprietary Core Architecture: Must feature the patented SLINGMAX dualpath redundant load-bearing core loops (K-Spec aramid/HMPE), providing independent load backup to prevent catastrophic failure.

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Elongation Limits: Maximum elongation at rated working load to eliminate dangerous snapback recoil and maintain airframe leveling precision.

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Proprietary Airframe Protection: Must be equipped with the SLINGMAX double-wall, non-marring Covermax synthetic outer sleeve that eliminates scratching, gouging, and point-load creasing against C-17 aluminum and composite skins.

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Safety Factor: Minimum 5:1 design safety factor IAW ASME B30.9 and TO 00-80C-1.

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Proprietary Inspection & Safety Features: Slings must integrate the following SLINGMAX-only features which are essential for safety and not available from other manufacturers:
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Fiber Optic Inspection System: Allows for non-destructive visual inspection of the internal load-bearing core fibers for damage from cuts, heat, or chemical exposure, ensuring the sling's integrity can be verified after use.

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External Warning Indicator (EWI): Provides an immediate, external, pass/fail visual indication if the sling has been overloaded beyond its