Bid guide
How to bid on replacing a fire hydrant and drain gate valve for the US Navy in Japan
What the Navy is buying
The Department of the Navy needs a contractor to replace a fire hydrant and drain gate valve at Pump Station No. 1, Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) Hachinohe fuel terminal in Japan. This work involves furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, supervision, and engineering as detailed in the Statement of Work and NAVFAC drawings.
This is a construction opportunity for firms capable of performing specialized infrastructure replacement work at a critical fuel support facility.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 13, 2026. A site visit and pre-quote meeting are scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 09:00 AM Japan Standard Time (JST) at Bldg. 987, CNIC, PWD Misawa, Misawa Air Base, Japan. You must submit a Site Visit Log via email by July 14, 2026, 11:00 AM JST, to attend.
Questions from contractors are due by August 3, 2026, 11:00 AM JST. Quotes are due by August 7, 2026, 11:00 AM JST. This is equivalent to August 6, 2026, 10:00 PM ET.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms that are authorized to operate and conduct business in Japan and can fully comply with all Japanese laws and regulations. You must also have a Japanese bank account to receive payments via DFAS Japan.
The work involves specific replacement of fire hydrant and drain gate valves, indicating a need for contractors with relevant experience in plumbing, civil, or mechanical infrastructure projects, particularly within fuel or industrial facilities.
How to respond
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All quoters must complete and submit Attachment (6) Site Visit Log via email to [email protected] by July 14, 2026, 11:00 AM JST, to attend the pre-quote meeting. Send all questions to the same email address by August 3, 2026, 11:00 AM JST. Quotes are due by August 7, 2026, 11:00 AM JST. Refer to the Instructions for Quoters, page 6 of the RFQ, for detailed submission guidelines. Ensure all required sections are completed and acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001 by submitting a signed SF30 with your quote package.
Practical tips for your response
Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) and NAVFAC drawings to fully understand the scope and technical requirements of the replacement work. Your quote should clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to meet these specific technical demands.
Pay close attention to all submission instructions, including the requirement to acknowledge Amendment 0001 with a signed SF30. Failure to follow these instructions can lead to your offer being rejected. Ensure your quote is complete and all required sections are addressed before the deadline. Since a site visit is scheduled, attending it is highly recommended to gain a clear understanding of the existing conditions and potential challenges.
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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 Navy; the original posting controls.