FY26 LRS ISU-90 Mobility Containers
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Air Force, specifically the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) at Joint Base Charleston, SC, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of ten (10) ISU-90 Mobility Containers or equal. These containers are essential for the safe and secure transport and storage of general cargo, including aircraft wheels and tires, supporting future C-17 aircraft deployments. This acquisition is a Firm Fixed Price contract, set aside 100% for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). Quotes are due by June 16, 2026, at 04:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for ten (10) ISU-90 or equivalent mobility containers. These containers must be explicitly approved for general cargo on United States Air Force (USAF) prime cargo mission aircraft and hold current, verifiable certification from the Air Transportability Testing and Loading Agency (ATTLA) prior to award. Key salient characteristics include:
- Dimensions & Design: Standard ISU-90 footprint (108" x 88") with a center dividing wall, removable center post, and two access doors (or one on each short side).
- Capacity: Minimum 10,000 lbs payload, stackable two-high (loaded or empty).
- Durability: Weather, dust, and sand-proof construction with an aluminum extruded, mechanically fastened base.
- Features: Must include a removable/portable ramp, base pre-drilled for optional caster set, and internal D-rings configured to secure aircraft tires. Standard green color.
- Delivery: 120 calendar days from the date of award, FOB Contractor Destination.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
- Quote Due Date: June 16, 2026, 04:00 PM Local Time
- Published Date: May 28, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quote is the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Quotes will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis against the specified salient characteristics. The evaluation will proceed from the lowest-priced quote until a technically acceptable quote is identified.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4, with FAR 52.212-5 also attached. Payment requests and receiving reports are to be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Primary contacts are Leo Lachapelle (leo.lachapelle.2@us.af.mil) and Matthew Michel (matthew.michel@us.af.mil).