Bid guide
How to bid on Repair Facility Exterior Lighting for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to repair exterior lighting at the 134th Air Refueling Wing in Louisville, Tennessee. This is a construction contract for project PSXE242022, focused on facility exterior lighting.
This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, with an estimated value between $800,000 and $1,500,000. The NAICS code is 236220, and the small business size standard is $45,000,000 in average annual receipts for the past three years. This project is on the National Guard Priority List, and while funds are not currently available, the government anticipates they will become available before award.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. Bids are due by August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. All 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 at 8:00 AM Eastern at 320 Post Ave., Louisville, TN 37777. Attending this conference and site visit is strongly encouraged for interested contractors.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in construction, particularly those with experience in electrical or exterior lighting repair and installation. The project's magnitude and small business set-aside make it a significant opportunity for qualified firms in the construction sector.
Firms with a NAICS code of 236220 and average annual receipts not exceeding $45,000,000 over the past three years are eligible to bid.
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.
All bids must be submitted electronically via the Solicitation Module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website. No other submission methods, such as email, fax, regular mail, or hand-carried bids, will be accepted.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all plans and specifications provided in the solicitation. Ensure your bid fully conforms to the Invitation for Bids, as the government intends to award without discussions, based on price and price-related factors.
Attending the pre-bid conference and site visit is highly recommended. This provides an opportunity to understand the project scope firsthand, ask questions, and assess site conditions, which can help in preparing a more accurate and competitive bid. Ensure your PIEE account is active and you are familiar with the electronic submission process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
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.