How to bid on Vehicular Seat Frames for the DEPT of the Army

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army is seeking 26 vehicular seat frames, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 2540-01-414-7899 and part number 12933517. There is also an option for an additional 100% of the quantity.

This is a Firm-Fixed-Price Order, meaning the price you propose will be the price paid if awarded. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, making it exclusively available to eligible small businesses.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Order Proposal (RFOP) was published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.

To be considered for award, your company must have a fully executed Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the BOAST program by this closing date and time. Failure to meet this requirement will result in your proposal not being accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that currently hold an active Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) under the Army's Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program. The relevant NAICS code is 336360.

The item is export controlled, so bidders must have current Joint Certification Program (JCP) registration to access the technical data package needed to prepare a proposal. If you do not have a JCP certification or it has expired, you will need to mail DD Form 2345 to the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click "View original source" on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.

This RFOP and any amendments will be issued electronically via the SAM.gov posting. It is your responsibility to periodically check the notice for any amendments, as failure to respond to them may make your proposal unacceptable.

All instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria, and order-specific clauses are contained within the attached BOAST RFOP document. You must review this document in its entirety to prepare your proposal.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully read all sections of the attached BOAST RFOP document. Pay close attention to the proposal instructions and evaluation criteria to ensure your submission is compliant and addresses all requirements.

Ensure your Joint Certification Program (JCP) registration is current and active before attempting to access the export-controlled technical data package. Without this access, you will not be able to prepare an informed proposal.

If you do not currently hold a BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement, you are encouraged to join the program. While you must have an executed BOA by the deadline for this specific RFOP, establishing one now will allow you to compete for future Class IX sustainment requirements. Refer to the official BOAST On-Ramp Announcement on SAM.gov (Notice ID: W912CH-26-R-0001) for instructions on how to establish a BOA.