Bid guide
How to bid on the BLDG 511 Audio Visual (AV) Upgrade for the DEPT of the Army
What the Department of the Army is buying
The Department of the Army needs a contractor to design, supply, install, configure, and test a complete audio-visual system for a specific room in Building 511 at Camp Douglas, WI. The new system must support video teleconferencing, local presentations, room-status displays, and centralized control. All equipment used must be Trade Agreements Act (TAA)-compliant.
This is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in audio-visual technology and integration services. The project involves a full system upgrade, from design to final testing.
Key dates and deadlines
A site visit was scheduled for July 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT. If you wished to attend, you needed to contact the Volk Field Contracting Office by July 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT for access instructions.
All questions about this solicitation must be submitted via email by August 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Offers are due by email on August 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Late offers will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is set aside 100% for small businesses. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334310, which covers Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees. Firms that specialize in the design, procurement, installation, configuration, and testing of integrated audio-visual systems are well-suited for this project.
Your firm should have experience with video teleconferencing solutions, presentation systems, and centralized control interfaces, and be able to provide TAA-compliant equipment.
How to respond to this solicitation
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You must submit your offer by email to [email protected]. Your submission must include the attached Standard Form 1449 Solicitation, W50S9H26QA030, signed and filled in. Also include any additional information required by FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors Addenda and any other fill-in provisions. All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of quote submission.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) and SF 1449 for all details and requirements. Ensure your proposed audio-visual system fully addresses all specified functionalities, including video teleconferencing, local presentations, room-status indication, and centralized control.
Confirm that all equipment you propose is TAA-compliant. Clearly document your firm's experience with similar integrated AV system projects. Pay close attention to the submission instructions and deadlines, as late offers will not be considered. Make sure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before submitting your quote.
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.