How to bid on Overseas Furniture Installation Services for the Department of State

What the Department of State is buying

The Department of State needs overseas furniture installation services. This is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in furniture setup and related finishing work.

This solicitation is set aside entirely for small businesses. Both the prime contractor and any subcontractors must qualify as small businesses under NAICS code 238390, Other Building Finishing Contractors, on SAM.gov. The size standard for this NAICS code is $19 million in average annual receipts.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Offers for this solicitation are due by September 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. All requested information must be submitted by this deadline.

An amended solicitation, supporting attachments, and a second round of Q&A were posted on August 27, 2026. Vendors are responsible for reviewing all attachments, including Attachment C-SOW.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that provide furniture installation and other building finishing services. Firms must be registered and designated as a small business under NAICS code 238390 on SAM.gov.

Companies with experience in overseas projects or logistics for international service delivery will find this particularly relevant.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the opportunity 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 on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid. Ensure you read all supporting attachments, as they contain critical information for your offer.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all provided attachments, especially Attachment C-SOW, to fully understand the scope of work and requirements. Your proposal should directly address each requirement outlined in these documents.

Since this is a 100% small business set-aside, ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and accurately reflects your small business status under NAICS 238390. If you plan to use subcontractors, confirm they also meet this small business designation.

Pay close attention to the submission instructions and ensure all requested information is included and formatted correctly. Submitting a complete and compliant proposal by the September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT deadline is crucial.