How to bid on Type V Airdrop Main Panel Assemblies for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking bids for Type V Airdrop Main Panel Assemblies, National Stock Number (NSN) 1670-01-304-3006, Part Number 11-1-2780-8. This will be a single five-year Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity contract.

Estimated quantities are 426 packages for the first year, and 171 packages for each of the subsequent four years. The five-year minimum guaranteed quantity is 426 packages, with a maximum of 1,110 packages. Only the five-year minimum quantity is guaranteed.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 24, 2026. All questions regarding the Invitation for Bids (IFB) must be submitted via email by September 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time in Warren, Michigan. The deadline for bid submissions is September 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. Bids must be submitted by this date and time to be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is open to all qualified bidders under full and open competition. Firms with experience in manufacturing or supplying equipment, specifically airdrop components or similar specialized assemblies, would be suitable. Bidders must be able to meet the technical specifications outlined in the Technical Data Package (TDP).

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, but for many bids, this is not required.

A critical step is to obtain access to the Technical Data Package (TDP) before submitting your bid. The TDP is distribution statement "A". Instructions for accessing this data are in Section C.1 of the IFB. Bids will be rejected if TDP access has not been granted prior to submission.

All questions must be emailed to Zachary Wiegand at [email protected] by the stated deadline. Responses will be posted on SAM.gov as a Q&A log or an IFB amendment. Bidders must complete all required fill-ins and representations throughout the IFB, and acknowledge receipt of all IFB amendments by the bid due date and time.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully read and understand the entire Invitation for Bids (IFB), especially Sections L and M, before preparing your bid. The government will evaluate bids without discussions or negotiations, so all necessary information for review and evaluation must be contained within your submission. Do not assume the government will search for data to resolve issues in your bid.

Ensure all required fill-ins and representations within the IFB are completed accurately. Failure to do so may lead to your bid being rejected. Pay close attention to the technical requirements detailed in the TDP and ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your ability to meet them.

Submit any questions you have well before the September 3, 2026 deadline. This allows time for the agency to respond and for you to incorporate any clarifications into your bid. Monitor SAM.gov for any amendments or Q&A logs that may be posted.