How to bid on Diesel Engines (NSN 2815-01-536-9262) for the Dept of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for diesel engines, specifically NSN 2815-01-536-9262, part number 1D81C-24VOLT-MMC-SPEC323. This will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) five-year requirements contract.

This opportunity is restricted to HATZ Diesel of America or its authorized distributors. If you are an authorized distributor, you must provide documentation from HATZ confirming your status and their willingness to sell the item for this procurement. The government may verify this documentation directly with HATZ.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on August 28, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by September 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions may be rejected.

Any amendments to this solicitation will be issued electronically. It is your responsibility to periodically check the original source for any updates. Failure to respond to amendments may make your proposal nonresponsive.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for HATZ Diesel of America (CAGE 61080) or its authorized distributors. If you are an authorized distributor, you must be able to provide official documentation from HATZ confirming your status and ability to supply the specified diesel engines.

This is a good fit for firms that specialize in equipment supply, particularly diesel engines, and have an established relationship with HATZ Diesel of America.

How to respond

To respond, you must email your proposal to the Contract Specialist, [email protected], and carbon copy the Contracting Officer, [email protected]. The subject header of your email must be: Proposal Submission W912CH-26-R-A090 (Company Name).

Once your proposal is received, the Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer will reply to confirm receipt. All contractors providing goods or services to the Department of Defense must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Practical tips for a competitive response

Ensure your proposal clearly addresses all requirements, especially the documentation needed if you are an authorized distributor. Double-check that all required HATZ authorization documents are included and are current and valid.

Confirm your SAM registration is active and up-to-date before the submission deadline. Pay close attention to the packaging requirements outlined in Section D-PACKAGING AND MARKING, D.001 PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS (SPECIFICATIONS/STANDARDS).

Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects your costs for the five-year requirement. Review your proposal for any errors or omissions before emailing it, and make sure to use the exact subject line specified.