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How to bid on HVAC Direct Digital Controllers for Naval Weapons Station Earle
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is conducting market research to find qualified sources for direct digital controllers (DDC) used in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. These controllers are for Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey. The Navy is specifically looking for controllers that can be operated using Honeywell WEBs licensed software for configuration and programming, connect to the existing Building Automation Network (BAN) at the station, and meet Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements for Authority to Operate (ATO) certification.
This is an important opportunity for vendors because the Navy anticipates these controllers will be needed for various construction projects from Fiscal Year 2026 to 2031. While this is not a request for proposal, it helps the Navy determine if there are other suitable products beyond Honeywell's, which could lead to future bidding opportunities.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Sources Sought Notice was published on July 23, 2026. All responses must be submitted electronically by August 06, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Hardcopy or facsimile submissions will not be accepted.
The deadline is for submitting information for market research purposes. This is not a request for a bid, so there will be no debriefings, evaluation letters, or results issued to interested parties. The information gathered will help the government in its decision-making process regarding future procurement strategies.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers or authorized distributors of direct digital controllers for HVAC systems. Firms should have products that are compatible with Honeywell WEBs software for programming and configuration. Experience with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements, specifically DODI 8500.01 and DODI 8510.01 for Authority to Operate (ATO) certification, is also highly relevant.
The Navy is looking for companies that can demonstrate their controllers can integrate with an existing Honeywell-based Building Automation Network and maintain a defensible cybersecurity posture.
How to respond to this notice
To respond, you must submit your information electronically to Holly Manning, Contract Specialist, at [email protected]. Ensure your submission is sent no later than 2:00 PM EST on August 6, 2026.
Your response should include three main parts: Company Information (using Attachment 1, if provided in the original solicitation), a list of your commercially available direct digital controllers that work with Honeywell WEBs software (including model numbers, descriptions, application type, communication protocol, and technical data sheets), and up to three pages of experience detailing installed systems where Honeywell software was used to program your non-Honeywell DDCs for HVAC systems. For each project, provide customer contact information, a narrative description, and project details if available.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Focus on clearly demonstrating how your direct digital controllers meet the specific requirements outlined, especially compatibility with Honeywell WEBs software and the ability to connect to an existing Building Automation Network. Provide precise model numbers and detailed technical data sheets to support your claims.
When describing your past projects, highlight how your controllers were successfully integrated and programmed using Honeywell software. Include verifiable customer points of contact for each project example. Ensure your response addresses the cybersecurity requirements, as this is a critical aspect for Department of Defense facilities. Double-check that all required information is included and that your submission is sent electronically before the deadline.
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 the Navy; the original posting controls.