Bid guide
How to bid on Alternating Current Motors for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking 44 alternating current motors, specifically NSN 6105-01-172-7306, part number 11463228. These motors are for use with the M-D6. This is a firm-fixed-price purchase, and the contract will be awarded to a small business.
Delivery of the motors is required 390 days after the contract is awarded. The delivery location is Fort Bliss, Texas. This opportunity is significant for small businesses that can supply these specific motors.
Key dates and deadlines
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 28, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM Eastern Time. All communications and requests must be directed via email to Shane Craig, Contract Specialist, at [email protected]. No telephone requests will be accepted.
When requesting the solicitation, you must provide your name, company name, CAGE Code, and a telephone number. The government does not intend to delay the award for ineligible offerors to obtain required certifications.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is exclusively set aside for 100% small businesses. It is suitable for firms that can supply alternating current motors, specifically the identified NSN and part number. A critical requirement is that the offeror and any of its suppliers must have current U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification.
This certification is necessary because the technical data associated with this acquisition is export-controlled. Firms without this certification for both themselves and their suppliers will not be able to access the necessary data or be considered for award.
How to respond
To access the opportunity details, you should first click the "View original source" link on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have reviewed the solicitation, direct all requests and communications to Shane Craig, Contract Specialist, via email at [email protected]. Remember to include your name, company name, CAGE Code, and a telephone number when requesting the solicitation.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your company and all your proposed sources of supply have an active United States/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. This is a mandatory requirement due to export-controlled technical data. Verify this certification is current before submitting your response.
Carefully review all specifications for the MOTOR, ALTERNATING CURRENT, including the NSN and part number, to ensure your proposed product meets all requirements. As this is a firm-fixed-price contract, accurately calculate your costs to provide a competitive yet profitable bid. Pay close attention to the required production lead time of 390 days after contract award and confirm your ability to meet this delivery schedule to Fort Bliss, Texas.
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.