How to bid on Elevator Modernization at Dayton Manor for Federal Prison System

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) needs a contractor to modernize six elevators at Dayton Manor in Brooklyn, NY. This project involves upgrading four passenger elevators and two freight elevators. The goal is to replace old equipment with new systems to improve safety, reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance with current building codes.

This is a construction contract for staff housing, not within the federal prison itself. The estimated value of the project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. This is a 100 percent small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses can compete for this contract.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 08, 2026. All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] no later than August 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST (2:00 PM ET).

An organized site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST at Dayton Manor (Staff Housing), 9325 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY. While attendance is not mandatory, it is highly advised. The period of performance for this project will be 336 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in elevator modernization or other building equipment contracting. The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), with a small business size standard of $22.0 million in average annual receipts.

To qualify, your firm must be registered in SAM.gov as a small business under this NAICS code. The government will review your SAM registration to confirm your business size meets the small business size standard.

How to respond to this solicitation

The solicitation documents are available only through the Contract Opportunity website on SAM.gov. Hard copies will not be provided. To access the secure documents, you will need an active SAM vendor registration and a valid Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN) from SAM.gov.

All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] by the deadline. You are required to provide all pages of the written attached solicitation with your complete quotation. You must also submit a complete copy of your Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services with your offer.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and accurate, especially your business size metrics and NAICS code. This is crucial for accessing documents and for the government to confirm your eligibility as a small business.

Carefully review the attached Statement of Work for detailed requirements to ensure your proposal addresses all aspects of the elevator modernization. Attend the highly advised site visit to gain a better understanding of the project scope and conditions.

Since quotes will be evaluated on price and past performance, make sure your pricing is competitive and that you highlight relevant past projects demonstrating your firm's experience with similar elevator modernization or construction work.