Bid guide
How to bid on a refuse truck purchase for Camp Zama, Japan, from the Dept of the Air Force
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Air Force is planning to buy one rear-hopper refuse truck for delivery to Camp Zama, Japan. This is an opportunity for vendors who can supply specialized equipment and provide support in Japan.
The truck must meet all Japanese road and safety regulations. The successful vendor will need to deliver the truck to Camp Zama, perform a test run, and provide operational training in Japanese to U.S. Government employees. A minimum one-year on-site commercial warranty and access to authorized on-site maintenance support are also required.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 24, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 14, 2026, at 12:00 AM ET. The anticipated award date is also August 14, 2026, though this date is subject to change.
It is important to note that this notice is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations. The government intends to solicit this requirement directly from suppliers.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for equipment suppliers, specifically those dealing in refuse trucks, who have a strong presence and operational capability in Japan. Vendors must possess all necessary licenses to perform work in Japan and have a Japanese CAGE code.
The requirement for on-site training in Japanese, timely warranty support, and test runs means that local Japanese firms or international firms with established Japanese operations are best suited.
How to access and respond to this RFI
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Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even for an RFI, clearly demonstrate your ability to meet all specified technical and regulatory requirements. Emphasize your compliance with Japanese road regulations and vehicle safety standards.
Highlight your capacity to provide on-site training in Japanese and your access to authorized on-site maintenance and future support. Detail how you will fulfill the minimum one-year on-site commercial warranty. Ensure your response clearly states that you possess all required Japanese licenses and a Japanese CAGE code, as these are critical for this project.
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 Air Force; the original posting controls.