Bid guide
How to bid on exterior lighting repairs for the Dept of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army needs a contractor to repair exterior lighting at the 134th Air Refueling Wing in Louisville, Tennessee. This is a construction contract, and the work must be performed according to the provided plans and specifications.
This project is set aside for small businesses, making it a good opportunity for eligible firms. The estimated value of this project is between $800,000 and $1,500,000.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 27, 2026. The deadline for submitting bids is August 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website.
A pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for July 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. The conference will be held at 320 Post Ave., Louisville, TN 37777, followed by the site visit. Attending this conference is strongly encouraged for interested contractors.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses in the construction sector, specifically those with experience in exterior lighting repair or similar construction projects. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 236220, with a small business size standard of $45,000,000 in average annual receipts.
Firms specializing in electrical construction or general building construction with relevant experience would be a good fit for this project.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation, click the "View original source" link. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Bids must be submitted electronically via the Solicitation Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website at https://piee.eb.mil. No other submission methods, such as email, fax, or mail, will be accepted.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all plans and specifications provided in the solicitation to ensure your bid fully addresses all requirements. Since award will be based on price and price-related factors, ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the scope of work.
Attending the pre-bid conference and site visit is highly recommended. This allows you to gain a clear understanding of the project site and ask any questions directly to the agency, which can help in preparing a more accurate and competitive bid. Although funds are not currently available, the government anticipates they will be prior to award, so proceed with your bid preparation as planned.
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.