Mechanical De-reefer Device
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army is seeking a mechanical de-reefer device through a combined synopsis/solicitation. This type of equipment is used to remove or neutralize reefers—refrigerated shipping containers—or more likely, based on the terminology, devices designed to deactivate or open sealed refrigerated containers, potentially for military logistics operations. Equipment in this category typically supports supply chain and materiel handling functions.
The procurement falls under NAICS code 334511, which covers Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. While a de-reefer device may seem like simple mechanical equipment, its classification here suggests potential integration with sensing, detection, or control systems, or that it supports broader navigation/logistics infrastructure. Any specialized technical requirements, performance specifications, or intended end-use configurations should be confirmed in the full solicitation documents.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, Army Contracting Command (ACC), Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W91CRB-27-Q-DEREEFER |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | New Cumberland, PA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside – Total program. To compete, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 334511: currently 1,250 employees (verify current standards at SBA.gov)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status and not excluded from federal procurement
- Have any required NAICS 334511 capability claimed in your SAM entity registration
No specific certifications beyond small business status are indicated in the metadata. If the Army requires additional clearances, technical qualifications, or past performance evidence, those details will appear in the solicitation. Firms should confirm their Dynamically Small Business (DSBS) profile accurately reflects relevant capabilities.
How to put together a competitive bid
For defense electronics/instrumentation manufacturing opportunities with total small business set-asides, consider these approaches:
Technical response: Focus on demonstrating manufacturing and quality assurance capabilities appropriate to NAICS 334511. If your firm has experience with ruggedized equipment, military specifications (MIL-STD), or environmental testing, highlight this. Prepare to address any required technical data packages, drawings, or interface specifications—see the solicitation for exact deliverables.
Pricing strategy: Combined synopsis/solicitations often move quickly to award. Develop competitive pricing based on your actual manufacturing costs plus reasonable profit; confirm whether the solicitation specifies a fixed-price, time-and-materials, or other contract type. Check for any Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) or information.
Past performance: Be ready to document relevant contract history, especially Department of Defense or similar system/component manufacturing. If you lack direct de-reefer experience, substantiate transferable capabilities in mechanical-electrical integration or logistics support equipment.
Compliance: Verify whether the solicitation incorporates DFARS clauses typical of Army acquisitions, including Buy American or domestic sourcing requirements for specialized components.
Next steps
- Download the full solicitation package immediately from SAM.gov using solicitation number W91CRB-27-Q-DEREEFER
- Review all attachments, specifications, and clauses—the metadata does not include technical requirements, quantities, contract value, or delivery schedules
- Confirm your SAM registration is active and your size status is current in DSBS
- Submit questions through the solicitation's listed point of contact if any requirements are unclear
- Submit your offer before the deadline: November 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
See the solicitation for complete technical specifications, evaluation criteria, proposal instructions, and any amendments.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →