Bid guide
How to bid on Local Guard Force Battle Dress Uniforms for the U.S. EMBASSY in ANKARA
What the Embassy is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye, needs to purchase battle dress uniforms for its local guard force. This is a supplies contract, and the government will pay the contractor upon satisfactory delivery of the items and receipt of a proper invoice. The prices should include all materials, overhead, and profit.
This is an opportunity for businesses that can supply uniforms, as it is an open competition. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable, and responsible offeror.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 14, 2026. The current response deadline is August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. However, please note that the response date in the synopsis is not final; refer to the Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the actual deadline.
Offers must be submitted electronically before the response date and time. If your email with your offer exceeds 30 MB, you may need to send multiple emails.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply uniforms, particularly those with experience in providing battle dress uniforms or similar apparel. It is an open competition, meaning all responsible sources may submit an offer.
The procurement will be conducted under full and open competition procedures as set forth in FAR Part 13 or 15, depending on the final value of the award. The place of contract performance is the U.S. Embassy of Ankara, Türkiye.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the opportunity, click “View original source”. 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 documents, though for many bids this is not required.
Once you have the solicitation documents, prepare your offer according to the instructions. Ensure your electronic submission is sent before the deadline. Be mindful of the 30 MB email size limit for submissions.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Since the government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror, focus on submitting a competitive price while clearly demonstrating that your proposed uniforms meet all technical requirements. Pay close attention to the specifications for the battle dress uniforms.
Ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov. This is a mandatory step for contract award, and it is encouraged to register before submitting your quotation or proposal. Review FAR provision 52.229-12 - Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements, which applies to this opportunity.
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.
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