Air Curtain Ash Rake

The Department of the Army, MICC-Fort Drum, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation under solicitation number W911S226U3431 for the procurement of a new air curtain ash rake. This requirement is for a 2026 or 2027 model year tool compatible with the Air Burners S327 Air Curtain and various other Fire Box S Series and Air Curtain Destructor military variants. The tool is designed for ash leveling during active burns, managing hot coals, and clearing the burn chamber floor. This acquisition is categorized under NAICS 333413 (Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing) and PSC 4210 (Fire Fighting Equipment), with an SBA Small Business Administration set-aside.

The equipment must be constructed of high carbon steel with reinforced welds and a heavy-gauge steel tubular handle, capable of continuous exposure to temperatures between 1,600 and 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Specific dimensions include an overall length of 72 to 96 inches, a rake head width of 12 to 16 inches, and a handle diameter of 1 to 1.25 inches. An optional ash clean-out implement with a blank steel faceplate for future welding is also requested. The final price must account for shipping to Fort Hood, Texas 76544, and include a standard warranty and an operator/installation manual.

The response deadline for this solicitation is June 19, 2026, following its initial publication on June 12, 2026. One PDF attachment was included with the notice at the time of publication. Arthur West serves as the point of contact for this requirement. Performance is focused on providing tools that offer operator standoff distance and heat resistance to prevent tool failure while managing heavy debris loads.