Sources Sought - 140th Wing De-Icer Trailer

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT notice issued by the 140th Mission Support Group, Force Support Squadron at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado. This is for market research and planning purposes ONLY and does NOT constitute a solicitation or a request for quotes, proposals, or bids.

Requirement Description:

The 140th Mission Support Group is seeking information on market capability and interest in providing a 1,100-gallon deicing towable trailer. This will support the requirement to maintain an active runway, taxiways, and parking ramps with the Wing's no fail mission, operating 24/7, 365. It must be able to hold 1,000 gallons, with a minimum spray width of 20 feet.

Salient Characteristics:

• Towable De-Ice trailer sufficient for operations on all runways, taxiways, and aircraft parking ramps. Trailer weight with full reservoir should not exceed 12,500 pounds.


• 1,100-gallon stainless steel reservoir for de-ice material


• A sufficiently constructed frame to support all components with a reasonable expectation for quality and durability within the scope of normal and expected use.


• In-cab remote engine control, start/stop, & engine speed


• 50-foot spray arm or spray swath with three sections: center, left boom, & right boom


• Application rate control system


• Liquid pump system sufficient for typical operation


• Hydraulically operated boom extension / retraction system


• Safety light system, preferably LED, to ensure visibility in inclement weather and night conditions


• Brake system sufficient for safe operation

Information Requested:

Interested companies possessing the qualifications, capability, and responsibility to potentially provide solutions are encouraged to respond with the following information:

1. Company information: Name, Unique Entity Identification (UEI), point(s) of contact with telephone number and email address.

2. Business size and socioeconomic classifications (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business, Service­Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, 8(a), or Indian Owned Economic Enterprise).

3. Narrative of your company's capability to provide the required products and/or services, including experience with similar projects.

5. Any feedback on the wording, structure, requirements, or tasking outlined in this notice.

Submission Instructions:

Responses to this Sources Sought notice must be submitted to:

140.wg.msc@us.af.mil by 4:00PM MDT, 18 August 2025.

This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. The Government is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this announcement.