How to bid on Fort Sill Elevator Maintenance Services for the US Army

What the US Army is buying

The US Army Garrison at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, needs a contractor to provide comprehensive elevator maintenance services. This includes weekly inspections, basic service, periodic inspections and testing, regular cleaning, and timely responses to routine and emergency service calls. The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, and materials to ensure continuous and safe operation of elevators and lift equipment.

This is a firm fixed price contract with one base year and six potential one-year option periods. The initial period of performance is from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was issued on July 20, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by August 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST. Late submissions may not be considered. The government anticipates making an award based on best value, with price being the primary consideration.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in elevator and lift equipment maintenance and repair. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 238290, with a small business size standard of $22 million. Vendors should have experience providing preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and emergency services for various types of elevator and lift equipment.

How to respond

The entire solicitation package, including Amendment 0001 with questions and answers, updated FAR clauses, and revised attachments, is available on the sam.gov website. You will need to monitor sam.gov for the release of the solicitation package and any subsequent amendments. Requests for copies by other means will not be honored.

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids, an account is not required.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) database before submitting your quote, as this is a mandatory requirement for contract award. Verify that your SAM registration is active and up-to-date.

Carefully review all attachments, especially the Performance Work Statement (PWS), pricing worksheet, and technical exhibits, to understand the full scope of services required. Pay close attention to any updates highlighted in red within the amended documents. Since award criteria include consideration of price only, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the services outlined in the solicitation.

Address all requirements specified in the solicitation instructions. Organize your quote clearly and concisely, making it easy for the contracting officer to evaluate. Double-check all calculations and ensure consistency across your submission.