Bid guide
How to bid on Simplified Acquisition Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense is seeking contractors for a Simplified Acquisition Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) program. This program involves a wide range of maintenance, repair, and minor construction work on real property. The primary location for these projects will be Yokota Air Base in Fussa, Japan, but work may also extend to other sites across Japan, including geographically separated units and remote sites.
This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in construction, maintenance, and repair services, particularly those with experience working on government facilities or in international locations. It indicates potential future contracting needs for ongoing base support.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Sources Sought notice, published on July 29, 2026. Responses are due by August 16, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your response to the Sources Sought, which is a request for information (RFI).
A vendor fair will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 09:30 hours at the Small Hall, Fussa Civic Hall in Fussa, Tokyo, Japan. This event will provide more details about this SABER acquisition and other upcoming opportunities. Preregistration is requested for the vendor fair, unless you have already contacted a primary or alternate point of contact regarding your intent to participate.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for contractors, vendors, and design consultants with expertise in maintenance, repair, and minor construction. Firms experienced in base engineering requirements or similar facility support services are encouraged to respond. Given the location, companies with experience operating in Japan or with international government contracts may find this particularly relevant.
The agency is looking for a broad range of capabilities to support real property at Yokota Air Base and other Japanese sites. This includes general construction, specialized repairs, and facility upkeep.
How to respond to this Sources Sought
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For the vendor fair, preregistration is requested. If you have already contacted a primary or alternate point of contact to show your intent to participate, you do not need to complete the preregistration form.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to a Sources Sought, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's capabilities and experience relevant to maintenance, repair, and minor construction. Highlight past projects that are similar in scope, complexity, or location to the work described for the SABER program.
Even though this is an RFI, a well-crafted response can position your company favorably for future solicitations. Clearly articulate your firm's capacity to perform work at Yokota Air Base and other potential sites across Japan. If you plan to attend the vendor fair, prepare specific questions to ask government representatives to gain further insight into their needs and procurement strategies.
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.