Supply of Chemical Heating Components (Exothermic Reaction Modules)

The contract involves the supply of core chemical components including iron powder, salt, and activated carbon, packaged in sealed pouches designed to generate heat through an exothermic reaction once activated. These modules are intended for use in medical supply applications and must meet strict specifications for consistency, safety, and performance under varied environmental conditions. The materials are required to be delivered in pre-measured, sealed units that ensure reliability and ease of deployment in field or clinical settings, with all components tightly controlled to maintain product integrity and predictable thermal output. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain FSH, with performance required at Williamsburg, Virginia, ZIP 23185-5830. The solicitation was posted on August 9, 2026, and responses are due by August 17, 2026. The NAICS code 325998 indicates this falls under other chemical product and preparation manufacturing. The contract does not specify a set-aside category and is open to eligible subcontractors capable of fulfilling the technical and logistical requirements for these specialized heating components. Proposals must demonstrate compliance with quality assurance standards, packaging integrity, and delivery timelines to support operational readiness within the military medical supply system.