Bid guide
How to bid on temporary head services for USS New Orleans (LPD-18) for DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to provide temporary head services for the USS New Orleans (LPD-18). This is an opportunity for businesses that can supply these specific services to a military vessel.
This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP), meaning the agency will evaluate proposals based on criteria outlined in the solicitation documents, not just price.
Key dates and deadlines
This opportunity was published on September 03, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is September 14, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this time.
If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted by 10:00 JST on September 8, 2026. Note that specific Japanese authorization documents are required with questions if your System for Award Management (SAM) address is outside Japan.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for contractors authorized to operate and do business in Japan. Contractors located outside Japan are not eligible for an award. Your physical address in SAM will be checked.
If your SAM physical address is outside Japan, you must submit specific Japanese authorization documents with your quotation. Failure to do so will result in your quotation being deemed non-responsive and ineligible for award. This is a facilities category opportunity.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details and attachments, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though some bids allow document viewing without an account. All questions must be submitted via email to the Contracting POC by the deadline. Questions may be in English or a combination of Japanese and English.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments and the full description to understand the exact scope of work and all requirements. Pay close attention to the specific authorization requirements for operating in Japan, as this is a critical eligibility factor.
Ensure all required Japanese authorization documents are submitted with your questions and your quotation if your SAM address is outside Japan. Submitting questions by the deadline is crucial to clarify any ambiguities before preparing your final proposal. Since this is an RFP, focus on demonstrating your capability to meet all requirements and provide high-quality services, not just on price.
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 Navy; the original posting controls.