How to bid on Sector NOLA Elevator Services for the Department of Homeland Security

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Coast Guard Sector New Orleans needs elevator services for its facility at 200 Hendee Street, New Orleans, LA. This contract covers a one-year base period and four additional one-year option periods, potentially running from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2031.

This is a firm-fixed price purchase order, meaning the payment amount is set and does not change based on actual costs. Vendors should be prepared to provide all required services as outlined in the Statement of Work.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting quotes is August 07, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All quotes must be received by this time to be considered. The contract's performance period is scheduled to begin on September 1, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is reserved entirely for small businesses. To be eligible, your company must be actively registered in SAM.gov. This bid is suitable for firms specializing in elevator maintenance and repair services.

The U.S. Coast Guard will award this contract to the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Evaluation factors include price, technical acceptability, and past performance.

How to respond

To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” 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 a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Quotes must be submitted to [email protected]. Your submission needs to include a total price for the base year and all option years, a technical approach, and past performance information.

Tips for a competitive response

It is mandatory to examine the Statement of Work (SOW) thoroughly to understand all required tasks. It is also highly recommended to visit the location at 200 Hendee Street, New Orleans, LA, to become familiar with the existing conditions where the work will be performed.

When preparing your quote, ensure you provide clear and detailed pricing for the base year and all four option years. Your technical approach should demonstrate a clear understanding of the SOW requirements. For past performance, provide relevant, quality, and timely prior work examples. If you have encountered problems on past contracts, you may include information on those issues and the corrective actions you took.