The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The Air Force needs a small business to manufacture air heaters for its bases.
Key Details
The Air Force needs a small business to manufacture air heaters for its bases. The heaters must meet the specifications outlined in the solicitation attachments. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract with a base year and two option years. The Air Force will evaluate proposals based on the best-value tradeoff between price and technical merit. The notice doesn't say how many proposals will be accepted.
What's the contract structure and timeline?
The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract with a base year and two option years. The Air Force will deliver the heaters over a period of 18 months.
How will they pick the winner?
The Air Force will evaluate proposals based on the best-value tradeoff between price and technical merit. The notice doesn't say how many proposals will be accepted.
When and how do you bid?
Proposals are due on July 10, 2026, and must be submitted through the Federal Business Opportunities website.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
- Review the solicitation attachments to ensure you understand the specifications and requirements.
- Contact the contracting officer to ask questions about the solicitation.