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This is a Sources Sought Announcement for the U. S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) to identify potential sources for next-generation insulated food containers (IFCI) and insulated beverage containers (IBCI). The goal is to find technologies that offer improved thermal performance, collapsible design for reduced logistics footprint, and optional active thermal management. These containers are intended to replace current models for military expeditionary feeding operations. Interested parties are requested to submit a Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) preproposal by May 8, 2026, 5 PM EDT. Key requirements include passive thermal performance, insulation, serving line performance, collapsibility, phase change material integration, physical and weight specifications, insert pan configuration, cleanability, and a technical data package. Active thermal management is an optional enhanced capability. The announcement also outlines durability, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance. Technologies of interest include advanced insulation materials, collapsible frame structures, phase change materials, active thermal systems, surface treatments, alternative power sources, and water heating capability. Questions for clarification are due by May 5, 2026, 5 PM EDT.
The deadline for submitting BOTAA preproposals is May 8, 2026, by 5 PM EDT.
This is a sources sought announcement only and does not constitute a request for proposal or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. No contract will be awarded from this announcement.
Interested parties should provide their business size, socioeconomic status, applicable NAICS code, and CAGE code.
Questions for clarification are due no later than May 5, 2026, by 5 PM EDT.