Trailer

This contract involves the procurement of a specialized 20-stall tandem axle stainless steel dog trailer designed to transport and accommodate up to 20 military working dogs. The trailer must be fully insulated and equipped with climate control systems, including ducted air conditioning and heating capable of withstanding extreme temperatures. It should feature interior and exterior LED lighting, fully insulated stalls with stainless steel walls between each, and interior storage with lighting. Additional features include adjustable ventilation and louver vents, welded inner bar doors, floor mats with drain holes, and exterior access to each stall for ease of operation. The trailer is also required to have radial tires with a full-size spare, aluminum wheels, a back-up lighting system, a 2-inch toe ball hitch, running boards for each stall, an electric brake system, and a hot dog system with a pager for alerting personnel. Power needs are addressed with a 7000-watt generator and a fan system to ensure proper ventilation, while the roof rack provides additional utility. The design emphasizes durability, safety, and operational efficiency for military use. The solicitation, posted by the Department of the Army at Fort Drum, NY, under the solicitation number W911S225U0066, is a total small business set-aside under the NAICS code 333924. The response deadline is November 22, 2024, with the contract expected to be awarded to a qualified small business. The contract emphasizes the importance of meeting detailed specifications for climate control, durability, and operational functionality, ensuring the trailer can support the demanding conditions of military operations involving the transportation of working dogs. The primary points of contact are Ryan Utterback and Ralph Jones, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries.