How to bid on VTE/Elevator Maintenance & Repair Service for the Air Force

What the Air Force is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Air Force needs maintenance and repair services for VTE elevators at Langley AFB, VA. This is a request for quotes (RFQ) for a firm-fixed-price contract.

This opportunity is important for vendors specializing in elevator services, as it represents a chance to secure a government contract for essential infrastructure maintenance.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 16, 2026. All quotes are due by August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Quotes must be emailed by this deadline.

Failure to submit your quote by the specified time and date may result in your submission being rejected. The contracting officer will evaluate submitted quotes to determine price reasonableness and technical capability.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in elevator maintenance and repair services. Vendors should have relevant certifications and licenses for federal and state regulatory agencies.

Firms with a strong track record in managing and staffing technical projects, particularly those involving mechanical systems like elevators, will be well-suited. The contract falls under the construction category, indicating a need for skilled trades and project management expertise.

How to respond to this solicitation

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Your response must consist of three volumes: a Price Volume, a Technical Volume, and Past Performance Information. All pages must be numbered, and text should be in Times New Roman 12 pitch on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, with fold-outs not exceeding 11" x 17". Each volume needs a cover sheet with the RFQ number, title, your company name, and CAGE Code or DUNS. The technical volume must not contain any price data.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your Price Volume accurately completes all contract line-item numbers (CLINS) for base and option years, with all prices rounded to whole dollar amounts. Verify all calculations and ensure compliance with SCA wage rates and other relevant guidelines.

For the Technical Volume, which is limited to 15 pages (excluding the cover sheet), clearly demonstrate your ability to meet all Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements. Address Contractor Certification & Licenses, your Management and Manpower Plan (including business approach, staffing approach, organizational chart, and Contract Manager identification), Technical Capability and Approach (describing your methods for inspections, maintenance, and repairs), and your Quality Control Plan as per PWS Section 4.10.

For Past Performance, provide at least two references, including contract numbers and places of performance. The government will also review information available in the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS). Include a statement in your quote that it contains proprietary information and cannot be released outside the Government.