Bid guide
How to bid on Dual Axis Digital Autocollimator for the DEPT of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Air Force, specifically AFMETCAL at Heath, OH, is seeking bids for Dual Axis Digital Autocollimators. They anticipate needing approximately 39 units over five years, with an option for one additional year. This will be a firm-fixed price Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
This opportunity is significant for vendors who supply precision optical equipment. The Air Force requires new, commercial, or commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) units that meet specific technical requirements outlined in Purchase Description (PD) 26M-258A-OP Rev. 2.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 10, 2026. All offers must be received no later than September 04, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. Offers must be valid for ninety days from this closing date.
It is critical to submit your offer by the deadline. Offers must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE, following the instructions in Attachment 4 AMENDED of the RFQ. Offers submitted through any other method will not be considered. Ensure your uploaded files are timestamped by the due date and time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that manufacture or supply Dual Axis Digital Autocollimators. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334516, with a business size standard of 1000 employees. This is a Full and Open Competition.
Vendors should specialize in new, commercial, or COTS items. Reconditioned, remanufactured, or used items are not acceptable. The products must meet the detailed requirements in the provided Purchase Description.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Your offer must include a commercial or COTS unit for evaluation with a written proposal, a copy of your commercial price list, a technical proposal with a line-by-line response to the Purchase Description, and a copy of the warranty. You must also complete the Supplies or Services and Price/Cost section, the Total Evaluated Price Worksheet (Attachment 6 AMENDED), and the Offeror Representations and Certifications – Commercial Items. Ensure your company is registered and active in SAM.gov.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents, including the RFQ, Purchase Description, DD 1423 Data Requirements, and Anticipated Delivery Locations. Pay close attention to the amended documents. Your technical proposal should directly address every requirement in the Purchase Description.
Ensure your offer is for new units and meets all specifications for commercial or COTS items. Clearly state your delivery schedule, even if it matches the one in the Deliveries and Performance section. All required company information, such as TIN, CAGE Code, and DUNS Number, must be included. Remember to register for and complete vendor training for Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) through PIEE, as electronic submission of payment requests will be required.
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 Air Force; the original posting controls.