Bid guide
How to bid on 2026 Star of Life Ambulances for Federal Acquisition Service
What the agency is buying
The General Services Administration (GSA) is looking for 2026 model year Star of Life Ambulances. This is part of their program to acquire ambulances that meet federal standards. Vendors should be interested in this opportunity as it allows them to supply essential equipment to federal agencies.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for this solicitation is December 31, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. An Industry Day will be held virtually on May 19, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST to explain the Open Season process. Vendor Pre-Bid Intentions and Comment Collector periods are from May 4, 2026, to June 5, 2026. Open Season bidding rounds will occur from June 6, 2026, to October 30, 2026. Ordering for the Next Model Year opens on GSAFleet.gov on December 3, 2026. These dates are subject to change.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers and suppliers of ambulances. Both current contractors already participating in the GSA's ambulance program and new interested offerors are encouraged to propose new models. All proposed models must comply with the applicable Federal Standards and purchase descriptions listed in GSAFleet.gov. This is an equipment procurement opportunity.
How to respond
To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required. Vendor company accounts on GSAFleet.gov are created by GSA, after which suppliers can manage their accounts, users, and roles. The “Vendor Company Request Form” and “GSAFleet.gov User Account Request Form” are attached to the original solicitation for your convenience.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your proposed ambulance models strictly adhere to all federal standards and purchase descriptions outlined in GSAFleet.gov. Attend the virtual Industry Day on May 19, 2025, to gain a clear understanding of the Open Season process and ask any questions you may have. Prepare your documentation early, especially the Vendor Company Request Form and GSAFleet.gov User Account Request Form, to ensure your account is set up in time for the bidding rounds. Review the key milestone dates carefully and plan your submission strategy accordingly, keeping in mind that dates are subject to change.
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.
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