Bid guide
How to bid on TCY GYM Electronic Message Center for U.S. Coast Guard
What the Coast Guard is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown needs one 10mm double-sided electronic message center. This project includes removing the existing 29-by-63-inch 19mm unit and installing the new replacement. Delivery is required within 90 days after the contract award to Yorktown, Virginia.
This is a good opportunity for small businesses that supply and install electronic message centers. The Coast Guard is looking for a complete solution, from removal to installation, with specific technical requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) was published on August 07, 2026. Your offer must be submitted by August 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. Offers received after this exact time will not be considered.
The government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions, so your initial offer should contain your best terms. The anticipated award date is 10 days after the solicitation closing date. Your prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the date offers are due.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is set aside for small business concerns. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 339950, which has a small business size standard of 500 employees. Firms specializing in electronic signs, displays, and related installation services are well-suited.
Vendors with a proven track record of delivering similar products and services, particularly those involving removal and installation of electronic message centers, will be favorably considered.
How to respond
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Your offer must be signed and dated and include the solicitation number (63100PR260047724), your company's name, address, telephone number, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). You must also provide information necessary to evaluate the factors in provision 52.212-2, respond to provisions requiring completion of information, representations, and certifications, and include a statement of agreement with all terms and conditions.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Your quote will be evaluated on technical capability, past performance, and price. For technical capability, provide an itemized build sheet, detailed specifications confirming compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW), your delivery timeframe (must be no later than 90 days after award), and warranty details. Ensure your proposal meets or exceeds all minimum requirements outlined in the SOW.
For past performance, highlight your track record of successfully delivering similar products, focusing on product quality, delivery timeliness, and customer satisfaction. Provide clear examples or references if requested in the full solicitation. For pricing, ensure your proposed price for the 10mm Electronic Message Center is reasonable and that you provide a unit price for all line items. Leaving unit prices blank or using non-dollar figures will be considered unacceptable.
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 U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown; the original posting controls.