NDNG - UTES - Portable diesel-fired heater - UPDATED

The U.S. Army Public Works and Facilities Office for North Dakota is seeking a portable diesel-fired heater for use at the Unit Training and Equipment Site in Devils Lake, North Dakota, under solicitation W901UZ26Q9564, issued as a combined synopsis and request for quotes on June 25, 2026, with responses due by July 8, 2026. The requirement is for a single unit with a minimum output of 400,000 BTU/hr and 1,500 CFM airflow, featuring a 35-gallon onboard fuel tank, integrated power generation, electronic ignition, automatic safety shutoffs, thermostat control, and a heavy-duty weather-resistant enclosure with pneumatic tires and a tow bar. The heater must include two 12-inch by 15-inch and three 6-inch by 15-inch canvas hoses and is intended for off-grid operation in extreme winter conditions to support aviation, construction, and emergency-response activities. The procurement is conducted as a commercial item acquisition under FAR Subpart 12.6, with no formal specification beyond the stated technical requirements, and it is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 333414, with no larger than 1,250 employees. Offers must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and must include company identifiers, pricing, and a technical response demonstrating compliance. The award will be made on a best value trade-off basis, weighing price, technical capability, delivery time including transportation, and warranty equally in importance, and is expected to result in a firm fixed price contract. Delivery is required at Devils Lake, North Dakota, with acceptance performed by the government at that location. Invoicing must be submitted through the Wide Area Workflow system, and all offerors must be registered in SAM. While packaging, preservation, labeling, and barcoding requirements are not detailed, the heater must be capable of enduring harsh military environments. No COR or COTR is identified, and no options, security clearances, or special contractual conditions are included, reflecting the straightforward commercial nature of the procurement.