Bid guide
How to bid on aviation infrastructure project scoping for U.S. Trade and Development Agency
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is seeking a small business to provide scientific and technical consulting services. This work involves an aviation infrastructure project scoping mission in South and Southeast Asia. This is an opportunity for U.S. firms or individuals with expertise in this area.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting proposals is September 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. If you have questions about this solicitation, they must be submitted by 1:00 PM ET on August 27, 2026. Questions should be sent via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. No phone calls will be accepted, and questions sent to alternate email addresses will not be accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is set aside for small businesses. The relevant NAICS Code is 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services. Only U.S. firms or U.S. individuals are eligible to bid. Any contractor or U.S. subcontractor employees must be U.S. citizens or non-U.S. citizens lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States. Subcontractor use is limited to less than 50% of the proposed price.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for some bids this is not required. The proposal package should include the Request for Proposal and a Past Performance Survey.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your firm is registered and has an active status in SAM.gov, as this is a requirement for eligibility. Review all sections of the Request for Proposal carefully to understand the evaluation factors and subfactors. Pay close attention to the limitations on subcontractor use and employee citizenship requirements. Clearly address how your firm represents the best value to the Government based on the stated evaluation criteria.
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 United States Trade and Development Agency; the original posting controls.