YA26 PHIT India
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-OO.413TH CSB.0413 AQ HQ CONTRACT AUG · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Department of the Army, through the 413th Contracting Support Brigade, is soliciting for YA26 PHIT India. This falls under NAICS code 488999, "All Other Support Activities for Transportation"—a catch-all classification for specialized transportation and logistics support services not classified elsewhere. The work involves support activities related to the movement of goods or personnel, which in a Department of Defense context in India typically includes freight forwarding, customs brokerage coordination, port handling, or related transportation logistics support for military operations or equipment.
The place of performance is Sri Ganganagar District, Rajasthan, India—a district located in the northwestern part of India near the Pakistan border. This location has strategic significance given its proximity to international boundaries and established military infrastructure in the region.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, AMC, ACC, 413th CSB, 0413 AQ HQ Contract Augmentation |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W91QVP27QA020 |
| NAICS | 488999 (All Other Support Activities for Transportation) |
| Set-aside | No Set-aside used |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026, 9:00 AM Hawaii-Aleutian Time (HST) |
| Place of performance | Sri Ganganagar District, India-Rajasthan |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program restricting participation. Any qualified business—large or small—may submit a bid provided they meet the agency's requirements. Given the overseas place of performance in India, bidders should evaluate their ability to:
- Operate legally in India or partner with locally established entities
- Navigate Indian customs, tax, and labor regulations
- Secure necessary visas, work permits, and security clearances for personnel
- Maintain required insurance and bonding for international operations
Small businesses should note that while this is not a small business set-aside, they remain eligible to compete directly against larger firms.
How to put together a competitive bid
For transportation and logistics support work in an overseas military context, competitive bids typically emphasize:
Operational capability: Demonstrate experience with DOD freight procedures, including knowledge of military shipping labels, GBLs (Government Bills of Lading), or DFAMS (Defense Freight Management System) requirements. Past performance on overseas logistics contracts—particularly in South Asia or similarly complex regulatory environments—carries significant weight.
Local presence and partnerships: Given the remote location in Rajasthan, bidders should clarify their physical infrastructure, relationships with Indian carriers, customs brokers, and port/rail authorities. If subcontracting with Indian firms, identify them and describe your oversight mechanisms.
Compliance and risk management: Address how you will handle Indian GST, import/export documentation, security protocols for military cargo, and contingency planning for cross-border disruptions. The proximity to Pakistan amplifies security considerations.
Pricing structure: DOD transportation contracts often involve pass-through costs (fuel surcharges, duties, demurrage). Structure your proposal to clearly distinguish firm-fixed elements from allowable variable costs, with transparent escalation clauses.
Personnel qualifications: Identify key personnel with experience in DOD transportation regulations, dangerous goods certification, and regional language capabilities (Hindi, Punjabi).
Next steps
- Download the full solicitation immediately from SAM.gov using solicitation number W91QVP27QA020 to obtain the statement of work, packaging requirements, evaluation criteria, and mandatory representations.
- Note the compressed timeline: posted October 16, 2026, with responses due October 19, 2026—only three days. This unusually short window suggests either an urgent requirement or a follow-on action; verify whether amendments extend the deadline.
- Confirm time zone interpretation: 9:00 AM Hawaii-Aleutian Time equals 11:30 PM that same day in India Standard Time (IST), and 3:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →