How to bid on the B926 Security Forces Elevator Replacement for the Air Force

What the Air Force is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Air Force needs a contractor to replace an elevator at Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, Mississippi. This project involves replacing the elevator car, the mechanical pump and control systems, and the hoist-way doors. The existing hydraulic jack system in the elevator shaft will be reused.

This is a construction opportunity with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000. For small businesses in the construction sector, this represents a significant contract to secure with the Department of Defense.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 10, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. To attend the site visit, you must register by 7:30 AM CST on July 22, 2026. All requests for information (RFIs) must be submitted by 7:30 AM CST on August 3, 2026.

Proposals are due by 3:00 PM ET on August 17, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in elevator replacement and modernization projects. Given the project's scope, contractors familiar with mechanical and control system installations for elevators will be well-suited.

The project is categorized under construction, making it relevant for businesses specializing in building infrastructure upgrades within government facilities.

How to access and respond to the solicitation

To view the opportunity, click “View original source” above. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view some documents, though this is not always required.

To access drawings and other Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) documents, contractors must complete the CUI Training Slides and sign and return the "MFR Contractor CUI Training Acknowledgment for Solicitations" attachment. Once your signed MFR is received, you can request access to the locked documents through SAM.gov. Your MFR will be reviewed, and access will be granted.

For the site visit, email the point of contact to request a DoD Safe drop-off link. Use this link to securely upload your completed Entry Authorization Listing (EAL) document, which is available in the SAM.gov attachments. Remember to register by the July 22, 2026 deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents, especially Amendment 1, which adds clauses. Pay close attention to the CUI training requirements and ensure all steps are completed to gain access to necessary project details.

Attending the site visit is highly encouraged, even though it is not mandatory. This provides a valuable opportunity to understand the existing conditions and ask questions directly. Ensure you register on time and follow all base entry requirements.

Submit any questions or requests for information (RFIs) well before the August 3, 2026 deadline. Clear up any ambiguities early to ensure your proposal accurately addresses the agency's needs. Finally, be aware that the government's obligation is contingent upon the availability of funds, as stated in clause 52.232-18.