Air Curtain Ash Rake
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a 2026 or 2027 Air Curtain Ash Rake. This opportunity seeks a new ash rake compatible with Air Burners S327 Air Curtain systems, required for delivery to Ft Hood, TX 76544. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due May 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a new air curtain ash rake, either 2026 or 2027 model, compatible with Air Burners S327 Air Curtain. Key specifications include:
- Construction: High carbon steel rake head with reinforced welds, heavy gauge steel tubular handle. Heat rating suitable for 1,600-2,000°F. Industrial high temp black oxide or heat resistant coating finish.
- Dimensions: Overall Length: 72-96 inches (6-8ft), Rake Head Width: 12-16 inches, Rake Head Thickness: 1/4in – 3/8in plate steel, Handle Diameter: 1-1.25in.
- Weight: Approximately 12-18lbs.
- Functional Use: Ash leveling, pulling unburned material, clearing burn chamber, managing hot coals, assisting with chamber clean out.
- Operational Compatibility: Designed for use with Fire Box S Series (S111, S220, S327, S330, S460, etc.), skid mounted and trailer mounted units, and Air Curtain Destructor (ACD) military variants.
- Safety Features: Extended handle for operator standoff distance, heat resistant construction, reinforced rake head.
- Option: Optional ash clean-out implement with a blank 1in steel faceplate for future connection.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026 (20:00 UTC)
- Published: May 28, 2026 (19:53 UTC)
- Product/Service Code: 4210 - Fire Fighting Equipment
Additional Notes
The final price must include shipping to Ft Hood, TX 76544. For inquiries, contact Arthur West at arthur.j.west2.civ@army.mil or 254-287-1574.