Bid guide
How to bid on Equipment Support Services for the DEPT of Defense
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) needs inspection, maintenance, repair, refurbishment, upgrades, logistics support, and corrosion control for expeditionary equipment and facilities. This includes Civil Engineering Support Equipment, Material Handling Equipment, Weight Handling Equipment, support vehicles, and Containerized Base Camp Facilities within the contiguous United States.
This is a significant opportunity for women-owned small businesses, with a maximum value of $39 million over a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, plus a possible six-month extension. The contract will use Firm Fixed Price task orders.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted by August 04, 2026. Proposals are due by August 27, 2026, at 6:00 AM ET. The government anticipates awarding the contract in February 2027.
It is important to submit your proposal before the deadline. Late submissions may not be considered. Any amendments to the solicitation will be posted online, so check periodically for updates.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically set aside for 100% women-owned small businesses. Firms with expertise in equipment inspection, preventative maintenance, repair, overhaul, refurbishment, upgrades, and logistics management for various types of heavy equipment and facilities should consider bidding.
Experience with corrosion prevention and control programs for naval or similar expeditionary assets would be highly relevant.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation and its attachments, you will need to use the Solicitation Module in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). You may need to create a free account to view all documents. It is your responsibility to regularly check the PIEE system for any amendments to the solicitation.
All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for an award under this procurement. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up to date.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the Request for Proposal (RFP) to understand the full scope of services required. Pay close attention to the specific types of equipment and facilities mentioned, and tailor your proposal to demonstrate direct experience with these or similar assets.
Highlight your firm's capabilities in all areas listed, including inspection, maintenance, repair, refurbishment, upgrades, logistics support, and corrosion control. Provide concrete examples of past performance that illustrate your ability to successfully execute these services. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your status as a 100% women-owned small business.
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 Defense; the original posting controls.