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How to bid on Hot Oil Flush of External Hydraulics System for DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF), needs a contractor to perform a hot oil flush of the external hydraulic systems on a Los Angeles-class submarine. This is a firm-fixed-price contract.
The work is scheduled to take place from November 27, 2026, to January 8, 2027. This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside, making it suitable for eligible small businesses.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted by August 21, 2026. The government cannot guarantee answers to questions received after this date.
Proposals are due by August 30, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST). This is equivalent to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Submissions must be emailed to both the primary and secondary points of contact listed in the solicitation. All businesses must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) by the award date.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside. It is suitable for small businesses with experience in maintenance, repair, or rebuilding of ship and marine equipment, particularly hydraulic systems.
The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 336611, with a size standard of 1,300 employees. The Product Service Code is J020, which covers maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of equipment for ships and marine vessels.
How to respond
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Proposals must be emailed to both the primary and secondary points of contact listed in the posting by the deadline. Review the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 (pages 43-46 of the RFQ) for specific instructions on required documents for your submission. The Addendum to FAR 52.212-2 (pages 48-49 of the RFQ) details the evaluation factors.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully read all sections of the solicitation, especially the instructions to offerors and the evaluation criteria. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements and demonstrates your firm's capability to perform the hot oil flush in accordance with HIRMC -501-27.
Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your proposed price is accurate and comprehensive. Double-check that your SAM registration is active and up to date, as this is a mandatory requirement for award. Submit any questions you have before the August 21, 2026, deadline to get clarifications from the agency.
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 DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.