Bid guide
How to bid on Aircraft Lifting Systems for Crash Damage Recovery for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically Volk Field Air National Guard Base, is seeking specialized equipment for Crash Damage or Disabled Aircraft Recovery (CDDAR). This includes 15-ton pneumatic aircraft lifting air bag stations, a control console, and a fuselage lifting system for both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft.
This equipment is crucial for the base to maintain mission readiness and ensure safe recovery operations for aircraft incidents. It supports critical operational capabilities and helps Volk Field meet Air Force recovery procedures, safety requirements, and interoperability standards.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted via email by September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT.
Your offer is due by September 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Offers must be submitted via email only. Late offers will not be considered, so ensure your submission reaches the government's email address by the exact specified time. Pricing must remain valid until September 30, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% small-business set-aside under NAICS code 336413, which has a size standard of 1,250 employees. Any qualified small business under this industry is encouraged to submit a quotation.
This bid is suitable for firms that supply specialized aircraft manufacturing equipment, particularly those involved in aircraft ground support equipment or recovery systems. The required items are specific to aircraft lifting and stabilization tasks.
How to respond
To respond, you must first access the solicitation documents. You can view the original source on the portal. You may need a free account to view documents, though for some bids this is not required.
Your offer must include the attached Standard Form 1449, Solicitation W50S9H26QA039, signed and filled in. You must also provide any additional information required by FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Addenda and any additional fill-in provisions. All offers and questions should be sent to [email protected].
Practical tips for a competitive response
Ensure your offer includes complete and detailed technical specifications for the 15-ton pneumatic aircraft lifting air bag stations, control console, and fuselage lifting system. Incomplete submissions or a lack of adequate technical details may lead to your offer being deemed technically unacceptable.
Your quote must include the estimated delivery date, your SAM Unique ID Number, CAGE Code, and Tax Identification number. All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of submission. Remember that shipping is FOB Destination to ZIP code 54618.
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 Army; the original posting controls.