Ice Production and Packaging at Licensed Facility

The contract involves the manufacture of ice using potable water at a licensed facility in Panama, with all production and packaging operations required to meet stringent quality and safety standards. The ice must be packaged exclusively in 10-pound sealed bags designed for secure transport and storage, ensuring no contamination or spoilage during handling. Final delivery is mandated to a U.S. military base located in Cristóbal, with the designated zip code 34042-5720, necessitating logistics coordination that complies with U.S. Department of Defense protocols. The facility producing the ice must hold appropriate local licensing and adhere to all applicable sanitation and food safety regulations in Panama, while also aligning with U.S. military requirements for consumable goods. This is a subcontract opportunity under the NAICS code 312113 for ice manufacturing, posted by the Department of Defense through the agency designation 0410 Aq Hq Contract Augmented. The solicitation was made public on June 25, 2026, and all proposals must be submitted by 5:00 PM on July 6, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, indicating the contract is open to eligible subcontractors regardless of size or certification status. Performance must occur entirely at the licensed Panamanian site, with no provision for domestic production or alternative packaging methods. Compliance with packaging specifications, delivery timelines, and documentation requirements for military acceptance is critical to contract fulfillment.