Portable Negative-Pressure Isolation Pod Design & Fabrication

The contract calls for the design and fabrication of a lightweight, transportable isolation pod capable of maintaining negative pressure and incorporating HEPA filtration to ensure safe containment of airborne contaminants. The pod must be engineered for rapid deployment and seamless integration with military evacuation platforms, ensuring it can be safely transported and operated in field conditions without compromising safety or functionality. Emphasis is placed on durability, portability, and compatibility with existing military logistics systems, requiring careful attention to weight limits, dimensional constraints, and environmental resilience. The effort is solicited as a subcontract under NAICS code 339113, with a submission deadline of May 15, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Natick office. Performance is expected to occur in Natick, with no specific set-aside status indicated. The solution must meet rigorous operational standards to support medical evacuation scenarios, including stable negative pressure maintenance under dynamic transport conditions and reliable filtration performance during extended deployment. All components must be selected and configured to withstand harsh environments while remaining user-friendly for personnel with minimal training.