How to bid on laptop technical support for Naval Medical Research Command

What the agency is buying

The Naval Medical Research Command needs onsite hardware support for its laptop computers. This includes next-business-day or 24-hour service for covered equipment and hard-drive retention for failed storage devices. The goal is to maintain storage availability for critical scientific operations, such as sequencing, bioinformatics, and infectious disease surveillance.

The support is required from October 2026 through October 2027. This is a small-business set-aside Request for Quote (RFQ) for a firm-fixed-price contract.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 31, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by September 07, 2027, at 5:00 PM ET. Submissions received after this deadline will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in computer hardware support services. The associated NAICS code is 541519, which covers Other Computer Related Services. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price technically acceptable.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” above. 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 on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your company is fully registered in SAM and has an active UEI number, as this is a mandatory requirement for eligibility. Familiarize yourself with the Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system, as you will need to submit invoices through it.

Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award, focus on providing a clear and concise proposal that demonstrates your technical capability to meet all specified requirements at the most competitive price. Clearly outline your ability to provide next-business-day or 24-hour onsite support and hard-drive retention services. Double-check all requirements to ensure your quote addresses every aspect of the solicitation.