How to bid on Commercial Snow Removal Equipment & Installation for FPC Alderson

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is seeking commercial-grade snow removal equipment and its installation on government-owned vehicles at FPC Alderson in Alderson, West Virginia. This is an opportunity for businesses that supply and install such equipment.

The solicitation is set aside for small business concerns, making it a good target for smaller firms in the relevant industry.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email by August 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

The deadline for submitting your bid is August 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Bids must be submitted via email; faxed or hand-delivered bids will not be accepted. After this deadline, the government will begin evaluating the submitted quotes.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in commercial snow removal equipment supply and installation. The NAICS code for this requirement is 333120, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.

Vendors offering alternative models of equal or superior quality to the recommended manufacturer's specifications are encouraged to bid, provided they can supply comprehensive supporting documentation.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details, click “View original source” above. 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 all documents.

Submit your questions in writing to [email protected] by the specified deadline. Your complete quote, including a specification sheet and any submittal information about the product(s) offered, must be emailed to [email protected] before the August 7, 2026, 2:00 PM EST deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your quote includes a detailed specification sheet for the product(s) you are offering. If proposing an alternative model, provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating its equivalency or superiority to the recommended manufacturer's specifications.

Coordinate delivery and installation with the designated Government representative. Be prepared for the Government to inspect all products and completed installations to verify compliance. Nonconforming items or work must be corrected at no additional cost.

Make sure your company is registered in SAM.gov and that all necessary representations and certifications are completed at the time of your quotation submission. The evaluation will consider price, technical acceptability, warranty, past performance, and adherence to the delivery timeline.