How to bid on Worldwide Warehouse Redistribution Services (WWRS) In-transit Inspection Point (IIP) Services for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense is seeking In-transit Inspection Point (IIP) Services for its Worldwide Warehouse Redistribution Services (WWRS) program. This involves inspecting goods as they move through the supply chain.

This is a significant opportunity for small businesses, as it is a 100% small-business set-aside. The contract is planned for a base year from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with four additional one-year option periods, potentially extending the work through December 31, 2031.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 28, 2026. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM Eastern Time on August 10, 2026. All proposals must be submitted via email.

Your proposal must be valid for a minimum of 120 calendar days from the August 10, 2026 due date. Questions about the solicitation must be submitted by July 17, 2026, to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist via email.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 488991, which covers 'Other Support Activities for Transportation'. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $30 million.

Firms with experience in transportation support, logistics, and inspection services, particularly those involving government or defense supply chains, would be well-suited for this bid.

How to respond to this solicitation

Proposals must be submitted as searchable PDF files via email to both the Contracting Officer, James L. Bane ([email protected]), and the Contract Specialist, Sara Jefferson ([email protected]).

The email subject line must read 'FA8630-26-R-B009, IIP Services Proposal WWRS Program'. Only .pdf, .doc, and .xls file types are allowed as attachments; .zip or .exe files will be blocked.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Your proposal should be divided into specific categories: a Technical Proposal (maximum 15 pages, single-sided), a Cost/Price Proposal (maximum 5 pages), a Model Contract (including Section J, Attachments), and a completed provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Items.

Ensure your proposal is clear, concise, and provides sufficient detail to demonstrate your approach to fulfilling the requirements outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Do not simply rephrase the government's requirements; instead, provide convincing rationale for how you will meet them. The evaluation will be based solely on the information presented in your proposal.

This solicitation uses a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. This means your proposal must first meet all technical requirements to be considered acceptable, and among all technically acceptable offers, the contract will be awarded to the one with the lowest price. Therefore, focus on clearly demonstrating technical compliance while also presenting a competitive price.