Bid guide
How to bid on Pipefitter Testing Kits for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking bids for pipefitter tool kits. Specifically, they are looking for Testing Kits, Toolkit, Pipefitter, under National Stock Number (NSN) 5180-00-596-1509 and Part Number 0684A0000:59678.
This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) that will result in a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract with a 100% option. This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on September 02, 2026. All questions regarding this IFB must be submitted via email by Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Warren, Michigan time.
The final deadline for submitting your bid is October 05, 2026, at 3:30 PM ET. Bids submitted after this time will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that can supply pipefitter tool kits matching the specified National Stock Number and Part Number. Firms specializing in equipment supply, particularly tools and testing kits, will find this relevant.
As a total small business set-aside, only small businesses are eligible to bid on this contract.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to a homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents.
It is mandatory to access the Technical Data Package (TDP) before submitting your bid. The TDP is publicly available. Failure to access the TDP will result in your bid being rejected. Ensure you complete all required fill-ins and representations within the IFB. All questions should be emailed to Ciara Woodard-Brown at [email protected] by the stated deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully read and understand the entire Invitation for Bid, including Sections L and M, before preparing your submission. The government will evaluate bids without discussions, so all necessary information must be contained within your initial bid.
Ensure your bid fully addresses all requirements and specifications, especially those detailed in the Technical Data Package. Acknowledge receipt of any IFB amendments by the bid due date and time. Double-check that all forms are completed accurately to avoid rejection.
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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 the Army; the original posting controls.