Bid guide
How to bid on Engineering Technician Services for JFET with the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Combat Feeding Division, Joint Foodservice & Engineering Team (JFET), needs an experienced engineering technician. This technician will provide technical support to engineers who are developing military field-feeding systems. This is a chance for small businesses to support critical military operations.
The agency intends to award one Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract from this solicitation.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. If you have questions about this Request for Proposal (RFP), they must be submitted in writing by August 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). The government will provide answers to a consolidated list of unattributed questions.
Proposals are due by August 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. Proposals submitted late or not in accordance with the instructions may be rejected.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small business concerns. The most applicable NAICS code is 541330 (Engineering Services), with a small business size standard of $25,500,000.00. The most applicable PSC Code is R425 (Support-Professional: Engineering/Technical).
To be eligible for award, your firm must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) as a Small Business under NAICS code 541330.
How to respond
Proposals must be submitted electronically. Send your proposal to the Contracting Officer, Alejandro Ayala, at [email protected], and to the Contract Specialist, Chris Welsh, at [email protected]. Only electronic submissions to these email addresses will be accepted.
Questions should also be submitted in writing to both Alejandro Ayala and Chris Welsh at the email addresses provided.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Attachment 1), Statement of Work (Attachment 2), and Pricing Worksheet (Attachment 3). Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements outlined in these documents.
Pay close attention to the submission instructions, particularly the deadline and email addresses for proposal submission. Double-check that your firm's SAM registration is current and correctly lists NAICS code 541330. Ensure your technical approach demonstrates your firm's experience with military field-feeding systems or similar engineering support.
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.
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