How to bid on Building 514 Crane Rail Cross Bracing Installation for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division (NUWC) Keyport needs a contractor to install crane rail cross bracing at Building 514 in Keyport, Washington. This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity.

This solicitation is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) N0025326Q0008. Vendors should provide FOB Destination pricing to NUWC Keyport, WA 98345.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 02, 2026. All offers must be submitted by September 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. Failure to submit the completed RFQ and any amendments by this deadline may result in your offer being rejected.

Questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted in writing as soon as possible after receiving the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 333923, which has a size standard of 1,250 employees.

Firms with experience in equipment installation, particularly crane-related infrastructure, would be well-suited for this project.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents.

Offers and questions must be submitted via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. Only digital copies sent via email will be accepted; no paper copies.

You must complete the attached solicitation (RFQ N0025326Q0008) in its entirety. Company quote forms will not be accepted, and all offer details must be documented within the RFQ. It is preferred that company terms and conditions not be included.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Ensure your company has a current registration and completed representations and certifications in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov. This is a mandatory requirement.

Carefully review the Statement of Work and all requirements listed in the solicitation. Provide clear and concise responses that directly address each point.

Submit any questions you have about the solicitation in writing as soon as possible to ensure you have all necessary information before preparing your offer. Double-check that all required sections of the RFQ are filled out completely before submission.