Bid guide
How to bid on a Four-Reel Drop-on Cable Reel Trailer for Homeland Security
What FEMA is buying and why it matters
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically FEMA, is seeking to purchase one four-reel drop-on cable reel trailer. This equipment is needed for the Facilities Management Division at the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center in Mount Weather, Virginia.
This is a small business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses can submit quotes. There is no specific brand name required for the trailer, which allows vendors to propose suitable options from various manufacturers.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted by July 31, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. No questions will be accepted after this time.
All quotes are due by August 07, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that can supply equipment. Firms that provide cable reel trailers or similar heavy equipment will find this relevant. The contract type will be Firm-Fixed-Price, which means the price you quote will be the price paid if awarded.
Vendors should be able to provide the requested product in accordance with the attached Statement of Work and other details in the Request for Quotation.
How to respond
To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Quotes should be sent via email to the Contracting Officer, [email protected]. Your response must include your company information, name, address, telephone number, and UEI#.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work and all other details provided in the Request for Quotation to ensure your proposed trailer meets all specifications. Since there is no brand name requirement, focus on demonstrating how your proposed product fulfills the agency's needs.
Submit any questions you have well before the July 31 deadline to allow the government time to respond. Ensure your quote is submitted on time, by August 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET, and includes all required company information.
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 Homeland Security, Department of; the original posting controls.