Bid guide
How to bid on Repair MAF and Base Fire Alarms - DSN/CSN, IDIQ for DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of Defense, through the Air Force, is seeking a single contractor for a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract involves design-build services for repairing fire alarm and fire protection systems at Malmstrom Air Force Base and its Missile Alert Facilities in Montana.
Work will be assigned through individual task orders, with a seed task order issued at the start. The total value of all task orders under this contract will not exceed $4,999,999.99. This opportunity is significant for firms specializing in fire protection system design and repair.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. It is crucial to submit your response before this exact time.
A site visit is scheduled for August 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM Mountain Daylight Time. This visit will take place at the 341st Contracting Squadron, 7015 Goddard Drive, Building 145, Room 305, Great Falls, Montana. Attending the site visit is highly recommended to understand the scope of work fully. Please note that funding is not yet available for this contract, and an award is contingent upon fund availability.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for small businesses with expertise in construction, specifically in electrical contractors and other wiring installation. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 238210, which has a small business size standard of $19 million.
Firms with experience in design-build projects and a proven track record in fire alarm and fire protection system repairs, particularly for government or military facilities, will find this contract aligns well with their capabilities.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link provided on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid. Ensure you download all attachments and read them carefully to understand the full requirements for your proposal.
Tips for a competitive response
Given this is a design-build IDIQ contract, clearly articulate your firm's design capabilities as well as your construction and repair expertise. Highlight past projects that demonstrate your ability to manage both design and implementation phases for fire protection systems.
Pay close attention to the site visit. It is an invaluable opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of the facilities and potential challenges, which can help you tailor a more accurate and competitive proposal. Even though funding is not yet available, submit a thorough and compliant proposal by the deadline, as the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation if funds do not become available.
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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.