Bid guide
How to bid on Transformers for Naval Station Rota, Spain, from the Dept of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy’s housing department at Naval Station Rota, Spain, is looking to purchase and have delivered 275 2,000-watt and 10 1,000-watt step-up/step-down transformers. This is a request for information (RFI) to gather market research for a planned commercial purchase. The government expects delivery within 45 days after the award of a contract.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on July 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting information is August 12, 2026, at 6:00 AM ET. This is not a request for capability statements or competitive quotes. Any information received by the deadline will be used as market research for this requirement and any similar future needs. The government does not plan to issue a separate public solicitation for this specific requirement.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is for businesses that can supply and deliver step-up/step-down transformers. Specifically, firms with experience in technology and logistics for international delivery to a military installation would be well-suited. The government intends to solicit quotes directly from a limited number of sources for this commercial product purchase, which falls below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold.
How to respond
To access the original source of this opportunity, you would typically click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to a homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. While some bids require a free account to view documents, many do not. For this RFI, the government is not requesting capability statements or competitive quotes, but rather gathering information for market research. Any inquiries should be directed to the Points of Contact listed in SAM.gov.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI and not a formal solicitation, providing clear and concise information about your company's ability to meet the stated requirements is beneficial. Focus on demonstrating your capacity to supply the specific types and quantities of transformers, as well as your capability to handle all delivery logistics to Naval Station Rota, Spain, within the expected 45-day timeframe. Highlight any relevant experience with similar products or international deliveries to government entities. Ensure your company's registration and contact information in SAM.gov are current and accurate, as the government may use this for future direct solicitations.
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.