Bid guide
How to bid on Facility Readiness and Maintenance Execution (FRAME) for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense is seeking industry feedback on a draft small-business contract for the Facility Readiness and Maintenance Execution (FRAME) services. This contract involves maintenance, repair, modification, and modernization of over 130 facilities and pieces of equipment at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, and associated locations.
The work includes maintaining facility infrastructure and systems like water and gas mains, roads, generators, power distribution, HVAC, and roofing. It also covers sustainment projects, urgent launch-operation repairs, and inspections for cranes and elevators. This is a follow-on contract to the current Launch Operations Support Contract (LOSC) and is set aside 100% for small businesses. The South Vandenberg Power Plant is excluded from this new contract.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for which the Department of Defense is seeking industry feedback. The deadline for submitting comments on the draft RFP is September 29, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET.
An Industry Day and Site Visit are scheduled for September 22-23, 2026, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. To attend, you must RSVP and submit security information by September 11, 2026, at 4:30 PM Pacific Time. If you wish to have a one-on-one session with the program team, you must request it by September 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM Pacific Time. The draft RFP is planned for release on September 8, 2026. Proposals for the final RFP are tentatively due on January 16, 2027.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in facilities support services. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this effort is 561210, Facilities Support Services, with a small business size standard of $47 million. Firms with experience in maintaining complex infrastructure, performing repairs, and modernizing facilities, especially in a secure or operational environment, would be well-suited.
Companies with expertise in supporting critical operations, including standby support for urgent repairs, and those capable of handling inspection, testing, and certification of cranes and elevators, are encouraged to participate. The contract requires some mission-essential services, meaning continued support during various national scenarios.
How to respond to this draft RFP
To access the draft RFP and related documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
To provide feedback on the draft RFP, submit your comments by the September 29, 2026 deadline. To attend the Industry Day and Site Visit, RSVP and submit your security vetting information by September 11, 2026. If you want a one-on-one meeting, explicitly request it by September 15, 2026.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Since this is a draft RFP, actively participate in the industry feedback process. Your comments can help shape the final solicitation, potentially aligning it better with your company's strengths. Attending the Industry Day and Site Visit is crucial for understanding the scope of work and the agency's priorities firsthand. Pay close attention to the details provided during briefings and site tours.
When preparing your eventual proposal, clearly demonstrate your experience with similar facility maintenance, repair, and modernization projects. Highlight your capabilities in managing complex infrastructure systems and providing mission-essential services. Emphasize your ability to meet urgent operational demands and your track record with safety and compliance, especially concerning equipment like cranes and elevators. Ensure your proposal clearly outlines how you will staff and manage the project to ensure operational readiness for the various supported organizations.
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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