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TSB25 - FY27 JTF-SB Davis Monthan AFB Latrines and Handwashing Stations

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.410TH CSB.0410 AQ HQ CONTRACTING SUP · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

This solicitation is for the construction of latrines and handwashing stations at Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB) at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona. The work falls under NAICS 562991, which covers septic tank and related services—specifically the installation, maintenance, and repair of portable toilets, septic systems, and associated sanitation infrastructure.

JTF-SB supports the Department of Homeland Security's southern border mission. Military construction support for such task forces typically involves temporary or semi-permanent facilities with strict requirements for field sanitation, water efficiency, and rapid deployment capability. See the solicitation for exact quantities, technical specifications, and performance standards.

Key facts

Note the extremely tight turnaround: posted October 23, 2026, with a deadline just three days later on October 26, 2026.

Who can bid

This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses under NAICS 562991 can bid. For this NAICS, the SBA size standard is typically $41.5 million in average annual receipts—verify the exact threshold at SAM.gov or SBA.gov.

Eligible bidders must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active status, and meet any additional DOD requirements for construction contracting. The 410th Contracting Support Brigade typically requires contractors to hold relevant security clearances or facility access credentials when supporting military installations near active operations. See the solicitation for any specific certification, bonding, or past performance requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

Focus your proposal on these critical elements for field sanitation contracts:

Technical approach: Emphasize rapid mobilization and installation speed. JTF-SB operations are time-sensitive; demonstrate your ability to deliver, install, and make operational within compressed timelines. Detail your equipment transport plan to Davis-Monthan AFB, including any Base Access requirements for personnel and vehicles.

Sanitation and environmental compliance: Address water conservation, graywater management, and waste disposal in Arizona's arid climate. Reference EPA and state ADEQ requirements for portable sanitation. If you offer self-contained units versus plumbed systems, explain the trade-offs explicitly.

Maintenance and service schedule: Specify proposed servicing frequency—daily, twice-weekly, or other cadence—and contingency procedures for units requiring emergency cleaning or repair.

Pricing structure: Distinguish between unit costs, installation, ongoing service, and demobilization. Line-item pricing allows the government to adjust quantities; see the solicitation for desired format.

Past performance: Cite similar DOD, federal, or large-scale event sanitation contracts. Focus on comparable climate conditions, base support experience, and rapid-response deployments.

Given the three-day response window, prioritize completeness over elaboration—ensure all required representations, certifications, and pricing schedules are included and signed.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation W569QE27QA001 immediately at SAM.gov. Pay close attention to any amendments issued after the October 23 posting. Confirm the exact response deadline in your time zone—12:00 PM Mountain Time on October 26, 2026—and submit early to avoid system delays. This solicitation requires rapid action; delay risks missing the opportunity entirely.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →