How to bid on Office Furniture B1215 for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense, specifically the National Guard, is seeking a small business to provide and install office furniture in Madison, Wisconsin. This is a high-priority requirement.

This opportunity is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial supplies. The government intends to issue a firm-fixed price purchase order to the vendor offering the most advantageous quote, considering price, technical details, and past performance.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 11:30 AM CDT. To attend, you must submit SFS Form 12 by July 21, 2026.

All questions must be submitted in writing via email by August 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM CDT. The final deadline for submitting your quote is August 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Quotes must remain valid through September 30, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside, making it suitable for small businesses specializing in office furniture supply and installation. The NAICS code is 337214, with a size standard of 1,100 employees.

Firms with experience in providing and installing office furniture, particularly those familiar with government contracting requirements, will find this opportunity relevant.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. You may need to click it a second time if you land on the homepage. A free account might be necessary to view documents.

Your quote must be emailed to the primary point of contact listed in the RFQ. The email subject line must include “W50S9F26QA016”. Ensure your email does not exceed 10 MB in total size.

Quotes must include complete itemized pricing, your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE numbers, a detailed technical description of the furniture, a clear warranty statement, a project schedule, and a proposed furniture layout.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the attached Purchase Description, especially version 2 with red text updates, and the Questions and Answers documents, including version 2, for the most current requirements. Also, review the provided pictures.

Attend the site visit on July 28, 2026, if possible, to gain a better understanding of the installation environment. Remember to complete and submit SFS Form 12 by July 21, 2026, to attend. A REAL ID will be required for entry.

Ensure your quote is comprehensive and addresses all requested elements: itemized pricing, UEI and CAGE, detailed furniture description, warranty, project schedule, and proposed layout. The government will evaluate quotes based on price, technical merit, and past performance, so clearly articulate your value in these areas.