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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND.FA9401 377 MSG PK · Response deadline: Tue, 03 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Air Force is seeking commercial lease vehicles through a small business set-aside. This procurement, led by Air Force Global Strike Command at the 377th Mission Support Group, falls under NAICS 532120—Passenger Car Rental and Leasing. The federal government routinely leases vehicles for official duties, temporary transportation needs, and operational support when government-owned fleets are insufficient or impractical. Leased vehicles typically include sedans, SUVs, light trucks, or vans used by military personnel and civilian employees for travel, security, logistics, and mission-related transport.

The classification code 2310 (Tires and Tubes, Pneumatic, Except Aircraft) appears in the metadata but is secondary to the stated scope; see the solicitation on SAM.gov for the full vehicle descriptions, quantity ranges, lease duration, and any maintenance or replacement tire requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

Only small businesses may submit offers under this total small business set-aside. To qualify, your firm must meet the size standard for NAICS 532120, which is typically measured by average annual receipts over the past five years. You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration at the time of award, and your SAM entity profile should list NAICS 532120 if you intend to compete under that code.

You do not need to be located in New Mexico, but you must be able to deliver or make vehicles available at the specified place of performance in New Mexico. Prior federal contracting experience is not required for commercial vehicle leasing, though the solicitation may specify minimum insurance levels, bonding, or safety certifications—see the solicitation for exact requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

Vehicle availability and fleet composition. Focus on demonstrating immediate access to the vehicle classes the Air Force likely needs—sedans, SUVs, light-duty trucks, and specialty vehicles if specified. Emphasize fleet age, maintenance schedules, and backup availability to minimize downtime.

Pricing structure. Commercial vehicle leases in federal contracting often include daily, weekly, or monthly rates plus mileage charges. Structure your pricing to be competitive for the anticipated lease duration while protecting against excess-mileage risk. Review the solicitation's basis of award—likely lowest price technically acceptable—for guidance on whether cost or technical factors dominates.

Insurance and liability. Federal vehicle leases require comprehensive insurance coverage, often including liability protection exceeding standard commercial policies. Confirm your policy limits and any waivers for government drivers; see the solicitation for required coverage amounts.

Operational readiness in New Mexico. Highlight your ability to deliver vehicles to Kirtland Air Force Base (the likely site given the 377 MSG PK and New Mexico location) or nearby government facilities. Proximity to the place of performance reduces delivery costs and response times for vehicle swaps or maintenance.

Past performance documentation. If you have leased to federal, state, or commercial clients, prepare references with contact information, contract values, and performance periods. Even without federal experience, structured references strengthen your technical proposal.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number FA9401-27-Q-0151. Review all vehicle specifications, lease terms, insurance requirements, and evaluation criteria. Note that responses are due November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time—allow adequate time for proposal assembly and SAM.gov submission.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →