How to bid on Diffuser Assembly for the DEPT of the Army

What the Army is buying

The Department of the Army is looking to purchase 76 diffuser assemblies, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 2540-01-200-5821 and part number 12324202. There is an option for the Army to order up to 200% more of these items over a 365-day period.

This is a firm-fixed-price order. The inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, and the items will be shipped Free On Board (FOB) to the destination. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 333413.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Order Proposal (RFOP) was published on July 22, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

It is important to note that any amendments to this RFOP will be issued electronically through the SAM.gov posting. Vendors are responsible for checking the notice periodically for updates. Failure to respond to any amendments before the closing date may result in your proposal being deemed unacceptable.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a total small-business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. Specifically, it is limited to companies that currently hold an active Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the Army's Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program.

To be considered for an award, a vendor must have a fully executed BOAST BOA in place by the closing date and time of this RFOP. Companies interested in future Class IX sustainment requirements but without a BOAST BOA are encouraged to join the program, which has a continuous on-ramp process.

How to access and respond

To view the original opportunity and access the attached RFOP document, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

Access to the technical data package for this export-controlled item requires certification in the Joint Certification Program (JCP). If you are not registered or your certification has expired, you must mail DD Form 2345 to the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office. The RFOP document contains all instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria, and order-specific clauses.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the entire attached BOAST RFOP document. It contains all the specific instructions for preparing your proposal, including the evaluation criteria, which could be Price Only, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), or Tradeoff.

Ensure your company has an active BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) by the proposal deadline. If you do not, your proposal will not be considered. Also, confirm your Joint Certification Program (JCP) status is current to access the export-controlled technical data package.

Pay close attention to all required documentation and submission formats outlined in the RFOP. Double-check that all parts of your proposal are complete and submitted correctly before the deadline to avoid disqualification.