Bid guide
How to bid on Aircrew Flight Equipment Service FY27 for the DEPT of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force is seeking Aircrew Flight Equipment Services for Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, Mississippi. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items. The Air Force anticipates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
The project performance period includes a base year plus four optional one-year periods, running from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set Aside.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 10, 2026. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email by July 24, 2026, at 2:30 PM CDT.
The deadline for submitting your completed quote and technical narrative is August 7, 2026, at 2:30 PM CDT. Ensure you receive a 'Received' notice for your submission.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. The applicable NAICS code is 488190, with a small business size standard of $40.0 million. Firms specializing in equipment services, particularly those related to aviation or defense, would be well-suited.
Vendors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and ensure the NAICS code 488190 is active on their SAM profile to be eligible for award.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for some bids this is not required.
All questions must be submitted in writing via email to the Contract Specialist and Contract Officer. Your completed quote and technical narrative must also be submitted via email to the same contacts. Remember to include the Solicitation Notice ID FA302226Q0305 in your email subject line for both questions and submissions.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a detailed description of the services required. Also, pay close attention to "Attachment 6 - Instructions and Evaluation Addendum," which provides detailed instructions for RFO 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services) and RFO 52.212-2 (Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services).
Monitor the solicitation notice periodically for any amendments. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation, and no award will be made until funds are available. Ensure your SAM registration is current and includes the correct NAICS code to avoid being deemed ineligible.
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.