How to bid on Promotional Item Purchase for MANG Recruiting & Retention Command

What the agency is buying

The Massachusetts Army National Guard (MAARNG) Recruiting & Retention Command needs various branded promotional items. This is a single firm-fixed-price contract for all listed items and quantities.

This opportunity is for commercial products and services. The government intends to award one contract to the responsible vendor with the lowest total price for all items, provided their quote meets all requirements.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by email no later than September 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Late submissions will not be evaluated.

If you have questions, they must be submitted via email no later than five business days before the closing date. It is important to monitor the original source for any amendments to the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that can supply branded promotional items. Vendors should be able to provide all items and quantities detailed in the Request for Quote (RFQ) document.

The contract will be awarded based on the lowest total price for all items, provided the quote is technically acceptable and from a responsible quoter. This means firms specializing in promotional supplies and bulk orders are well-suited.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents.

All quotes must be submitted via email to both Melissa Melcher and Lars Bernard at the email addresses provided in the solicitation. Ensure your quote adheres to the detailed instructions in the "Addendum to 52.212-1 - Instructions to Offerors" within the solicitation package.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully read the entire solicitation, especially the "Addendum to 52.212-1 - Instructions to Offerors," to understand all requirements for quote preparation, content, and submission. Missing details can lead to disqualification.

Since the award is based on the lowest total price for all items, ensure your pricing is competitive across the entire list of items. Double-check all calculations before submission. Confirm you can supply all specified items and quantities.

Submit your quote well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues with email delivery. Also, submit any questions you have by the question deadline to get clarifications from the agency.