ISO Freight Container Manufacturing

The contract calls for the manufacture of 24 ISO-compliant 20-foot freight containers constructed from Corten steel, designed to meet stringent military durability and corrosion resistance standards. Each container must feature a non-sparking interior compliant with MIL-STD-3037, ensuring safety in environments where flammable or explosive materials may be present. The containers are to be equipped with dual door configurations to facilitate efficient loading and unloading operations. All work must adhere to international shipping standards and military specifications, with quality control measures embedded throughout the production process to guarantee structural integrity and long-term reliability under demanding operational conditions. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under a Local Area Set-Aside, restricted to businesses within the defined local area to promote regional economic development and support small, nearby vendors. The NAICS code 332439 identifies the industry as Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing, aligning the project with specialized metal fabrication capabilities. Performance is required at Aviano Air Base with a ZIP code of 33081, indicating the containers will be delivered directly to a U.S. Department of Defense facility. Responses are due by July 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with the opportunity posted on June 26, 2026, allowing approximately two weeks for qualification, proposal preparation, and submission.