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Flameless Ration Heater Tray Assembly

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The contract entails the manufacture and assembly of flameless ration heater trays designed for use with the Unitized Group Ration Express system. Each heater tray includes a coated fiber-based heating element, an activation fluid unit, and a seal-in-tray heater, all integrated to safely and reliably generate heat without an open flame for field meal preparation. The work requires precise engineering and quality control to ensure consistent performance under operational conditions, with all components meeting military specifications for durability, safety, and environmental resilience. The procurement is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332439, managed by DLA Troop Support under the Department of Defense, with performance based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19111. Proposals must be submitted by September 7, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on August 4, 2026. There is no specified set-aside status, and the contract is open to eligible subcontractors capable of fulfilling the technical and production requirements for military-grade heating systems.

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Manufacture flameless ration heater trays for military use, meeting strict specs, in Philadelphia, bid due September 7, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → DLA Troop SupportView Agency

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332439 - Other Metal Container ManufacturingView NAICS

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Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA

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Manufacture and assemble flameless ration heater trays for Unitized Group Ration Express (UGR-E), including coated fiber-based heating tray, activation fluid unit, and seal-in-tray heater.

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