Bid guide
How to bid on Export Business Development Events (Export BDE) Global for EXIM
What EXIM is buying and why it matters
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) is seeking services for Export Business Development Events (Export BDE) Global. This is a firm-fixed-price request for quotation (RFQ), meaning the price you quote will be the final price, including all associated costs like shipping, freight, tariffs, and duties.
This opportunity is significant for businesses that can provide global export business development event services. It's a chance to work with a federal agency on a clearly defined project with a fixed budget.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted by August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The final deadline for submitting your quotation is August 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
At the deadline, all submitted quotations will be considered. The government will make an award based on the offeror being responsive, responsible, having past performance, and offering the lowest price.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional service firms specializing in business development, particularly those with experience in organizing or supporting export-focused events on a global scale. The requirement for all costs, including shipping, freight, tariffs, and duties, to be included in the quoted price means firms must have a comprehensive understanding of international logistics and pricing.
Businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for an award. This is a standard requirement for federal contracts.
How to respond to this solicitation
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All questions must be emailed to [email protected] by August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Your final quotation must be submitted to [email protected] by August 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Ensure the subject line of your email includes "Synopsis-Solicitation Number 83310126Q1BDE".
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since this is a firm-fixed-price request, carefully calculate all potential costs, including any international shipping, freight, tariffs, and duties, and incorporate them into your single quoted price. No additional costs can be added later. Accuracy in this calculation is crucial for both competitiveness and profitability.
The award will be based on responsiveness, responsibility, past performance, and the lowest price. Therefore, ensure your quotation directly addresses all requirements in the solicitation, demonstrates your capability through relevant past performance, and offers a competitive price. While there is no incumbent or historical data, you are encouraged to submit published pricing or historical data to support the government's price analysis.
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 Export-import Bank of the US; the original posting controls.