How to bid on Elevator Maintenance Service for the DEPT of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army needs elevator maintenance services at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico. This includes all repairs and routine preventive maintenance for elevators in seven specific buildings: 315, 354, 390, 545, 552, 700, and 1340.

The contract has a base period of one year, starting September 28, 2026, with the possibility of four additional 12-month option periods. This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for responses to this RFI is August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.

The Request for Quote (RFQ) is expected to be issued in August 2026 under RFQ number W912C3-26-Q-A015. The closing date for the RFQ is also expected in August 2026. Vendors should monitor the Contract Opportunities site for updates.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair and maintenance. The relevant NAICS code is 811310, with a size standard of $12.5 million.

Firms with experience in elevator repair and routine preventive maintenance, particularly those familiar with government contracts, will find this relevant.

How to respond

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” to open 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, though this is not always required.

All bidders must be currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and their Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) must also be current. No paper copies of the solicitation will be available.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your SAM registration and ORCA are active and up-to-date well before the RFQ closing date. Lapsed registrations can disqualify a bid.

Carefully review the full solicitation once it is released in August 2026. Pay close attention to all specified requirements for personnel, materials, transportation, equipment, services, insurances, and supervision.

Clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to perform both repairs and routine preventive maintenance for the types of elevators likely found in the listed buildings. Highlight any relevant experience with similar government contracts or facilities.