Bid guide
How to bid on 432 SFS Crash Beam Barriers for the Department of Defense
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking crash beam barriers for Creech Air Force Base in Indian Springs, Nevada. This includes a Delta Scientific basic structure or an equal product, along with its installation and shipping.
This is a firm-fixed-price contract. The work must be completed within 120 calendar days after the notice to proceed is received. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 24, 2026. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions may not be considered.
A site visit is scheduled for September 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT. If you need base access to attend, you must coordinate it by August 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT. Contact TSgt Jeffrey Perkins or Capt Taylor Peeples by email for site visit and access details.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238990, which covers All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $19,000,000.00.
This bid is suitable for construction firms with experience in installing security barriers or similar specialized construction projects. Vendors should be capable of supplying and installing the specified crash beam barriers or an approved equal.
How to respond
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning a separate written solicitation will not be issued. You must submit your offer directly in response to this announcement.
Proposals should be submitted via email to TSgt Jeffrey Perkins at [email protected] and Capt Taylor Peeples at [email protected]. Ensure you reference all attachments for specifications, descriptions, and all applicable provisions and clauses.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work and all attachments to understand the exact specifications for the crash beam barriers, installation, and shipping. Clearly demonstrate how your proposed product meets or exceeds the requirements for the Delta Scientific basic structure or equal.
Pay close attention to the period of performance and confirm your ability to complete the work within 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. If attending the site visit, coordinate base access well in advance of the August 28, 2026 deadline to ensure you can participate and gather necessary information.
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 Air Force; the original posting controls.