GSA - Refrigerated Box Trucks (QTY: 2)
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION.FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE.GSA/FAS AUTOMOTIVE CENTER · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
GSA's Federal Acquisition Service Automotive Center is procuring two refrigerated box trucks. These vehicles—typically used for temperature-sensitive transport such as food, pharmaceuticals, or other perishable goods—will see the government adding light-duty commercial trucks with integrated refrigeration systems to its fleet. The specific chassis size, refrigeration unit specifications, and any special equipment requirements are not included in the notice metadata; see the solicitation for complete technical details.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | General Services Administration, Federal Acquisition Service, GSA/FAS Automotive Center |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 47QMCA27Q0002 |
| NAICS | 336110 (Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026, 8:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Edinburg, TX |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under a total small business set-aside. To qualify, your firm must meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 336110, which is typically 1,500 employees—though you should verify the specific thresholds that apply to your business. You must be registered in SAM.gov and have an active registration at the time of award. If you plan to bid as a joint venture or mentor-protégé arrangement, ensure the structure complies with SBA affiliation rules and set-aside eligibility requirements.
For vehicle manufacturing and supply contracts, GSA often requires vendors to hold current GSA Schedule contracts or participate through other approved acquisition vehicles; consult the solicitation to confirm the applicable contracting mechanism and any required dealer or manufacturer authorization.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify your supply chain and delivery capacity. Two refrigerated box trucks bound for Edinburg, Texas suggests a direct delivery requirement. Confirm you can source compliant vehicles from an OEM or authorized distributor and deliver to South Texas within any required timeframe.
Understand GSA's automotive specifications. GSA fleet vehicles typically must meet federal standards for emissions, safety, and interoperability. The solicitation likely references specific model years, EPA/CARB compliance, and refrigeration unit performance standards (temperature hold ranges, insulation R-values, power systems). See the solicitation for exact technical requirements.
Price competitively against GSA's historical data. The agency publishes awarded pricing for similar vehicles through tools like GSA Advantage! and the Automotive Vehicle Ordering System. Research recent awards for refrigerated trucks to benchmark your pricing.
Address past performance and quality assurance. GSA evaluates vendor reliability for fleet purchases. Prepare documentation of comparable deliveries, manufacturer relationships, and warranty support capabilities.
Submit through the designated portal. Combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically require electronic submission through SAM.gov or a specified GSA system; confirm the exact method and any required forms (SF 1449, etc.) in the full solicitation.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 47QMCA27Q0002. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors before preparing your offer. Note the October 23, 2026, 8:00 AM Eastern Time response deadline—at approximately two days from the October 21 posting date, this is a very short turnaround. Prioritize accessing the solicitation immediately to assess feasibility and begin your response.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →