Bid guide
How to bid on Monopole Tower Procurement and Base Foundation Construction for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense needs a contractor to provide and install six 100-foot monopole towers. This includes all necessary labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, and supervision. The work involves sourcing and delivering the certified towers, conducting local geotechnical surveys, constructing reinforced concrete foundations, erecting the towers, and installing grounding, lightning protection, and electrical infrastructure.
The project spans six military installations across the United States: McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas, Goldwater Air National Guard Base in Arizona, Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington, Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma, Grissom Air Reserve Base in Indiana, and Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. This is a significant construction opportunity for firms with relevant experience.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 3, 2026. If you wish to request a site visit at a specific location, you must do so by September 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email by September 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
The final deadline for submitting your quote is September 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to the address provided in the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in telecommunications infrastructure, tower erection, and civil engineering, particularly those with experience in reinforced concrete foundations and electrical installations. Contractors should be capable of managing projects across multiple geographically dispersed sites.
The procurement is being conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and award will be based on a simplified Best-Value Tradeoff. This means the government will evaluate quotes based on technical approach, past performance, and price.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details of this opportunity, you will need to view the original source on the portal. You may need to click the 'View original source' link twice to reach the specific bid page. A free account might be required to view all attached documents, though this is not always the case.
Once you have reviewed the solicitation and all attached documents, including the Statement of Work (SOW) and the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), prepare your quote. Submit your quote electronically via email to the contracting office address provided in the solicitation. Remember to submit any questions by the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) and all site drawings to ensure a clear understanding of the project scope and requirements for each of the six locations. Your technical approach should demonstrate a thorough understanding of the SOW, a strong commitment to safety, and a realistic project schedule.
For the past performance evaluation, be prepared to provide two reference contacts for recent and relevant work. Choose references that can speak to your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving tower construction, foundation work, or multi-site management. Ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the full scope of work, including all labor, materials, and logistics for the dispersed sites.
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 Army; the original posting controls.