Bid guide
How to bid on fire sprinkler and alarm replacement at Tinker AFB
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force at Tinker Air Force Base is seeking a contractor to remove and replace fire sprinklers in plasma booth dust collectors and replace the building fire alarm system in Building 3221. This is a construction project.
This opportunity is specifically for current Tinker AFB Multiple Award Construction Blanket Ordering Agreement (MACBOA) holders with NAICS code 236220. If your firm holds a MACBOA with Tinker AFB and specializes in commercial and institutional building construction, this project may be suitable for you.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 20, 2026. An initial site visit is mandatory to be eligible to submit a proposal. You must RSVP for this site visit by 2:00 PM CT on July 23, 2026. The site visit itself will take place on July 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM CT, meeting at the main entrance of Building 3221.
The deadline for submitting your Step-One proposal is September 01, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. This is a two-step sealed bidding process. Step-One involves submitting a technical proposal without pricing. Only technically acceptable offerors will proceed to Step-Two, which involves submitting a price bid.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is exclusively for firms that are current Tinker AFB MACBOA holders and are classified under NAICS code 236220, which covers commercial and institutional building construction. Your firm should have experience with fire suppression systems and fire alarm system installations or replacements.
Given the requirement for a mandatory site visit and the two-step bidding process, this bid is best suited for contractors who are already familiar with Tinker AFB procedures and have the capacity to prepare a detailed technical proposal before submitting pricing.
How to respond
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After reviewing the project documents, email the Contracting Points of Contact to RSVP for the initial site visit. Your RSVP must be received by 2:00 PM CT on July 23, 2026. In your RSVP, state your interest in attending and indicate if all personnel attending have base access. If base access is needed, provide names with your RSVP. Attend the site visit on July 28, 2026. Following the site visit and any RFI responses, prepare and submit your Step-One technical proposal by September 01, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. This proposal should not include any pricing, but must detail all materials and quantities.
Tips for a competitive response
For a two-step sealed bid, your Step-One technical proposal is critical. Focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's technical capability to perform the work as specified. Ensure all required materials and quantities are accurately detailed, even without pricing.
Pay close attention to the site visit. This is your opportunity to gain a full understanding of the project scope and identify any potential challenges. Ask clarifying questions during the RFI period to ensure your technical proposal addresses all agency requirements. Since only technically acceptable proposals proceed, a thorough and compliant Step-One submission is paramount.
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