Intent to Sole Source - ISU Container
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 332439 Other Metal Container Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Tucson, Arizona, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command has issued a Special Notice for a sole-source procurement of four Internal Singable Units (ISU-90) with Hazmat Doors for the 563rd Operations Support Squadron. The notice specifically targets the acquisition of specialized containers for the 55th Rescue Squadron's Immediate Response Force (IRF) missions. AAR Mobility Systems has been identified as the exclusive manufacturer and vendor for these critical equipment units. The containers are specifically designed for helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft transport and are fully compatible with the USAF 463L aircraft pallet system. Extensive market research has confirmed that no alternative resellers exist for these specific ISU units.
The primary objective of this Special Notice is to procure four ISU containers with Hazmat Doors, which are essential for supporting short-range negativity missions and hard-tasked deployments to austere locations. The procurement is classified as a Simplified Acquisition with a sole-source justification, with a posting date of June 6, 2025, and a response deadline of June 13, 2025. While no specific set-aside has been designated, the containers must meet precise technical specifications, including dimensions of 88"L x 108"W x 91.35"H, weight of 1,700 lbs, and operational temperature range of -20 to +80 degrees Fahrenheit. The containers require specific features such as four-way forklift capability, air/land/sea transportability, and stackability with up to 10,000 lbs load capacity. The contracting office has committed to exploring competitive acquisition strategies for future procurements, potentially seeking authorized resellers or investigating alternative products that meet mission requirements.
Notice text
563 OSS is requesting 4ea ISU Container w/Hazmat Door (#8145-01-484-2890 / #57216032).
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| ISU Container Sole Source Justification.pdf | ||
| Salient Characteristics.pdf |
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