Bid guide
How to bid on a 200-Ton Mobile Boat Hoist for El Salvador from Homeland Security
What Homeland Security is buying
The Department of Homeland Security is seeking a small business contractor to provide a 200-ton mobile boat hoist. This purchase also includes related services to be performed overseas in El Salvador. This is a new requirement, and the contract will be a firm-fixed-price purchase order.
This opportunity is part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case, specifically ZB-P-LAF, between the Government of El Salvador and the United States Government. This means the equipment and services will support El Salvador's needs.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 05, 2026. The deadline for submitting your quote is August 21, 2026, by 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Note that questions about the solicitation were due earlier, on July 31, 2026.
The government reserves the right to award the contract based on initial submissions without further discussions or communications. Therefore, ensure your initial response is complete and competitive.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 333923, which covers Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing.
Firms specializing in manufacturing or supplying heavy lifting equipment, particularly mobile boat hoists, and those with experience in overseas delivery and service, would be well-suited for this bid.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes, the first click might take you to the portal's homepage; if so, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all the documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have access, carefully review all attachments: Attachment I - Statement of Work, Attachment II - Pricing Schedule, Attachment III - Contract Clauses, and Attachment IV - Solicitation Provisions. Amendment A00001 has extended the quote submission deadline, provided answers to questions, and revised some of these attachments. You are responsible for reviewing this amendment and acknowledging its receipt as per the solicitation instructions.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this is a firm-fixed-price purchase order and the government may award without further exchanges, your initial quote must be precise and comprehensive. Ensure your pricing schedule is accurate and reflects all costs associated with supplying the hoist and providing the required overseas services.
Pay close attention to the Statement of Work (Attachment I) to fully understand the technical requirements for the 200-ton mobile boat hoist and any ancillary services. Clearly demonstrate your ability to meet all specifications. Acknowledge all amendments, especially A00001, to show you have reviewed the latest information and incorporated any changes into your submission.
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 Homeland Security, Department of; the original posting controls.