Bid guide
How to bid on Antenna Preventative Maintenance for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense requires on-site preventative maintenance services for tower-mounted Land Mobile Radio (LMR) antenna systems. This work will be performed at Nellis Air Force Base and Creech Air Force Base, both located in Nevada.
The services include structural visual inspections, high-resolution sweep testing of connectors, coaxial cabling, and tower-mounted antenna assemblies. The contractor will also be responsible for generating detailed technical documentation, including diagnostic test results, performance baselines, and identified system anomalies. This contract is structured with a base year and four additional option years.
Key dates and deadlines
Solicitation revisions are currently in progress and will be finalized no later than August 14, 2026. Do not submit quotes until these updates are complete.
Proposals are due by email no later than August 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM PDT. Questions about this solicitation were due by July 29, 2026, and answers were provided by July 31, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in antenna systems, particularly those specializing in Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment. Vendors should have certified personnel capable of performing structural inspections, sweep testing, and detailed technical reporting.
Experience with Department of Defense facilities and tower-mounted equipment maintenance is relevant. This falls under the equipment maintenance and repair category.
How to respond
You must wait until the solicitation updates are finalized by August 14, 2026, before submitting any quotes. Once updates are complete, prepare your proposal according to Attachment 3, 'Instructions to Offerors,' and consider Attachment 4, 'Evaluation Factors for Award.'
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to both Addlene Williams and Samuel Toledo. Ensure the solicitation number, F3G3FA6162AC02, is included in the subject line of your email. Only complete proposals will be considered.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially the Statement of Objectives/Work, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award. Your proposal should directly address all requirements and demonstrate your firm's capability to perform the specified services.
Ensure your price schedule for each year (base plus four option years) is clearly filled out on the solicitation form. Highlight your team's certifications and experience with similar LMR antenna systems and tower maintenance. Pay close attention to the technical documentation requirements, as comprehensive and accurate reporting is a key part of the work.
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 Defense; the original posting controls.