Bid guide
How to bid on Underground Storage Tank Inspection & Repair IDIQ for DEPT of Defense
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is seeking a small business to provide comprehensive services for underground storage tanks at Edwards Air Force Base in California. This includes monthly and annual inspections, testing, and necessary repair services for these tanks.
This is an Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a firm-fixed-price structure, anticipated to last five years, from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031. One award is expected from this solicitation. This opportunity is for vendors specializing in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in storage tank maintenance and compliance.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on September 9, 2026. If you have questions about the requirements, they must be submitted by September 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM PDT. The final deadline for submitting your quote is September 17, 2026, at 7:00 AM PDT. All submissions must be sent via email.
It is important to note that funds are not currently available for this effort, and no award will be made until funds are secured. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation without obligation to reimburse offerors for costs.
Who this opportunity suits
This contract is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541990, “All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services,” with a size standard of $19,500,000. The Product Service Code is F109, “Natural Resources/Conservation—Leaking Underground Storage Tank Support.”
This opportunity is ideal for small businesses with demonstrated experience in environmental services, specifically in the inspection, testing, and repair of underground storage tanks. Vendors must also be prepared to meet the DoD's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 self-assessment requirements.
How to respond
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Proposals are being requested as a Request for Quote (RFQ). You must submit a completed quote using the attached Standard Form (SF) and provide enough information for the government to evaluate your ability to meet the minimum requirements detailed in the solicitation. All submissions must be emailed to both the Contract Specialist, Alejandra Negrete, and the Contracting Officer, Suzanna Kussman. No hand-delivered or mailed proposals will be accepted.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documentation, including the Performance Work Statement (Attachment 1) and the Model Contract (Attachment 6), to fully understand the scope of services and contract structure. Pay close attention to the evaluation criteria outlined in RFO 52.212-2 and its Addendum (Attachment 4).
Ensure your quote clearly demonstrates your firm's capability to perform monthly and annual Designated Underground Storage Tank Operator (DUSTO) Inspections, Testing, and Repair Services. Highlight relevant past experience and the qualifications of your personnel. Additionally, confirm your organization's CMMC Level 2 self-assessment status is active and accurate in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) module of PIEE, as this will be verified.
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 the Air Force; the original posting controls.