How to bid on Law Enforcement Vehicle Upgrades for BLM-NM

What the BLM is buying and why it matters

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in New Mexico is seeking a vendor to provide upgrades for a 2026 Ford F-250 law enforcement vehicle. This is a firm-fixed-price contract, meaning the price you quote will be the price paid if you are awarded the contract.

This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, which means only small businesses are eligible to bid. It falls under NAICS code 811191, All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting questions about this solicitation is August 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time. All questions must be emailed to the contracting officer. Responses to questions will be issued as an amendment to the solicitation.

Your completed quotation must be emailed to the contracting officer by August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Late quotes will not be considered. Your quote must remain valid for at least 60 days from the submission deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is specifically for small businesses in the automotive repair and maintenance sector, particularly those experienced with vehicle upgrades. The NAICS code 811191, All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance, with a size standard of $10 million, indicates the type of firm the agency is looking for.

Vendors should be prepared to work with a firm-fixed-price contract and meet all requirements for federal contracting, including active registration in SAM.gov.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details of this opportunity, click on the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to a homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents.

Your quotation should be provided in one part by adding your price to the SF 1449 form and returning it to the Contracting Officer. Email your completed quotation to [email protected] by the deadline. Remember to submit any questions to the same email address by the question deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and up-to-date, as this is a basic requirement for all federal contracts. If you have issues with your registration, free assistance is available through APEX Accelerators.

Carefully review the SF 1449 form and ensure all required fields are completed accurately, especially your pricing. Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, your quoted price is critical.

Submit any questions you have by the deadline to ensure you understand all requirements. Pay close attention to any amendments issued in response to vendor questions, as these may clarify or change aspects of the solicitation.

Be sure your quote is valid for at least 60 days, as required. The government will evaluate past performance systems like SAM.gov and CPARS.gov to determine your responsibility as a contractor.