How to bid on Portable Restroom Rentals 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, is looking for small businesses to provide portable restroom rentals. They want to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for these services.

This is a chance for small businesses to secure long-term agreements with the Navy. If you are awarded a Master BPA, you will be able to bid on future requirements for portable restroom services at this facility.

Key dates and deadlines

The government intends 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 was published on March 12, 2026, and the final deadline for submissions is November 11, 2028, at 11:59 PM ET.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a small business set-aside. It is suitable for companies that provide portable restroom services, specifically those classified under NAICS 562991. The Navy is looking for vendors with a strong record of past performance.

If your company has a GSA contract, you should note that in your response. The Navy will evaluate past performance based on customer satisfaction, timeliness, technical success, program management, and quality.

How to respond

To be considered, you need to email your documentation and references to [email protected] by the relevant deadline (April 30th for June awards, October 31st for December awards).

Your submission must include a cover sheet with your official company name, CAGE code, and point of contact details (name, phone, email). You also need to provide documentation of your capabilities and expertise, and a price list if applicable. Crucially, you must attach a minimum of three past performance references. Each reference should include the business/organization name, address, contract/order number, award amount, point of contact, telephone number, and a description of the item or service provided.

Ensure your company has an active account in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for invoicing and receiving reports, or that you can accept credit card payments.

Tips for a competitive response

Focus on clearly demonstrating your past performance. The Navy explicitly states that BPAs will be awarded based on positive past performance. Make sure your three references are strong and directly relevant to portable restroom services. Provide all requested details for each reference.

Clearly articulate your company's capabilities and expertise in providing portable restroom rentals. Even though price lists are mentioned as potentially helping with direct awards under $10k, a well-structured and competitive price list can still be beneficial for overall consideration.

Double-check that your SAM and PIEE accounts are active and up-to-date before submitting your response. This shows you are prepared to do business with the government.