Bid guide
How to bid on Special Purpose Clothing for the Dept of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) in Indian Head, Maryland, wants to set up Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) with small businesses. These agreements are for special purpose clothing, classified under PSC/FSC Code 8415 and NAICS 315990.
If you secure a Master BPA, you will be eligible to bid on future clothing orders. These individual orders will not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, offering a steady stream of smaller opportunities for your business.
Key dates and submission deadlines
The government plans to issue Master BPAs on a six-month rotation through June 2029. To be considered for a June award, you must submit your documentation and references by April 30th. For a December award, the deadline is October 31st.
The overall solicitation deadline is November 11, 2028, at 12:00 AM ET, but you need to meet the rotational deadlines to be considered for an award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a small business set-aside, making it suitable for small businesses specializing in special purpose clothing. Firms with experience providing standard commercial supplies in this category are encouraged to respond.
If your company has an active GSA contract, be sure to include that information in your response. This could be beneficial for direct awards under the $10,000 threshold.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must email your documentation and references to [email protected] by the relevant deadline (April 30th for June awards, October 31st for December awards).
Your submission needs to include a cover sheet with your official company name, CAGE code, and point of contact details (name, phone, email). You must also provide documentation of your capabilities and expertise, and a price list if applicable. Crucially, attach a minimum of three past performance references using the provided sheet format.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Ensure your past performance references are detailed and strong. The Navy will evaluate them based on customer satisfaction, timeliness, technical success, program management, and quality. Provide complete contact information for each reference.
Make sure your company has an active account in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for invoicing and receiving reports, or is prepared to accept credit card payments. Also, verify your System for Award Management (SAM) registration is active and up-to-date.
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 Navy; the original posting controls.