Bid guide
How to bid on a Breathable Air Compressor and Installation for the 167th AW MXG
What the agency is buying
The 167th Airlift Wing, part of the Department of the Army, is looking to purchase and have installed a breathable air compressor system. This system is essential for personnel who work in confined spaces at their Martinsburg, West Virginia base. This is an opportunity for small businesses to provide specialized equipment and installation services.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by August 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. A site visit is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM. If you plan to attend the site visit, you must submit base pass documents five days beforehand to [email protected] and [email protected].
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small-business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant NAICS code is 333912, which has a small business size standard of 1000 employees. Firms specializing in industrial machinery manufacturing, particularly air and gas compressors, and those with installation capabilities, would be well-suited for this requirement.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all associated documents, though for some bids, this is not necessary. The solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and proposals are being requested without a separate written solicitation being issued.
Tips for a competitive response
Since quotes will be evaluated on price alone, ensure your pricing is highly competitive. Carefully review the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) for all requirements and examine the pictures of the existing breathable air system to understand the scope fully. Attending the site visit on August 12, 2026, is highly recommended to gain a clear understanding of the installation environment and any specific challenges. Remember to submit your base pass documents five days in advance if you plan to attend.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.