Bid guide
How to bid on Air Flask, Torpedo repair for the DEPT of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Department of the Navy is seeking a firm-fixed-price quote for the repair of Air Flask, Torpedo items. This is a total small-business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid.
Vendors should note that the ultimate awardee must be an authorized repair source for these items. The Navy will not delay the award process for unauthorized sources to obtain authorization.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. All quotes, representations, and necessary certifications must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET.
The deadline is strict. Submissions received after this time will likely not be considered. The Navy is encouraging accelerated delivery, and early submissions are accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that are authorized repair sources for Air Flask, Torpedo items. Firms in the security category with expertise in repair and modification of such equipment are well-suited.
Bidders must be prepared to adhere to a requested Repair Turnaround Time (RTAT) of 150 days after the asset is received at the contractor's facility. Quotes limited to test and evaluation will not be accepted; the quoted price must be for the complete repair of the item(s).
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents.
Electronic submission of quotes, representations, and certifications must be emailed to [email protected]. Ensure your quote includes the repair unit price, total price, Repair Turnaround Time (RTAT), and new unit price. If your RTAT differs from the requested 150 days, you must provide capacity constraints.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation attachments and requirements, especially those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation (IUID), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions, and Buy American provisions. Verify nomenclature, part number, and National Stock Number (NSN) before submitting your response.
When pricing your repair, include all associated costs for receipt and complete repair, even for items that may be incomplete, missing hardware, or damaged. Be prepared to state a throughput constraint for each NSN, indicating how many assets can be repaired monthly. Also, specify your proposed price reduction amount per unit per month if the required RTAT is not met due to inexcusable contractor delay.
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 Navy; the original posting controls.