How to bid on 80 FTW ENJJPT Patches for the Department of Defense

What the Department of Defense is buying

Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, needs two custom aluminum patches. One 67-inch-high no-color patch requires manufacturing, delivery, and installation at Building 2320. The second is a 36-inch-high by 45-inch-long color ENJJPT and 80 FTW patch, which needs to be manufactured and delivered to Building 2322 with integrated mounting hardware. This is a 100% small-business set-aside opportunity.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting questions about this solicitation is August 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. All questions must be submitted in writing to the primary and alternate contacts.

Quotes are due by August 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. All quotes must be submitted via email to the primary and alternate contacts listed in the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses with up to 500 employees. The applicable NAICS code is 333950, which covers manufacturing. Vendors should have experience in custom metal fabrication and, for one of the patches, installation services.

The Department of Defense anticipates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for this work.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents.

Ensure you review all attachments, including Amendment 2, which updates the performance requirements for installation and delivery, and the Statement of Work. All documents, including the solicitation and any amendments, are obtainable via this notice. Contractors are advised to check the notice periodically for further amendments.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully read the updated Statement of Work (SOW) and technical specifications for both patches, as Amendment 2 clarifies the distinct requirements for each. One patch requires installation, while the other only requires manufacturing and delivery with integrated mounting hardware.

Pay close attention to the delivery location at Sheppard AFB, Texas. If you have questions, submit them in writing by the August 3rd deadline to ensure you have all necessary information before preparing your quote.

Ensure your quote addresses all aspects of the solicitation, including manufacturing, delivery, and installation where specified. Double-check that your business meets the small business size standard for NAICS code 333950.