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GPS Painting Device for UTV

U.S. Department of Defense
Updated Jul 17, 2026 · 18:45 UTC
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This is a Presolicitation notice.

The agency is announcing an upcoming solicitation. Watch for the actual RFP/RFQ to be posted later.

The Army needs a small business to supply and install a GPS painting device on a UTV for airfield painting.

Key Details

  • What exactly do they need?
  • The Army needs a GPS painting device that can paint airfields with limited tolerances/paint deviations.
  • The device must be semi-autonomous, without stencils, and allow for limited operator engagement.
  • The device must mount to an existing UTV Kubota RTV with power steering alternator and front hydraulics.
  • What's the contract structure and timeline?
  • The notice doesn't say.
  • How will they pick the winner?
  • The notice doesn't say.
  • When and how do you bid?
  • Submit a written reply of not more than 10 pages addressing each of the above items and defining how your company has capability to provide a solution that meets the above requirements.

This requirement is currently unfunded, but is solicited IAW 52.232-18 Availability of Funds.

Who can apply

  • Any certified small business may apply.
  • Has experience with GPS technology and UTVs

Heads up — easy to miss

  • The Government will not pay for any cost incurred in responding to this announcement.
  • Vendors will not receive formal notification or feedback on any information submitted in this presolicitation request.

If you're interested, do this first

  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
  • Write a 1-page summary of similar work you've done before.
  • Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit (if any).

Primary point of contact

Name
James Yoshikawa
Email
james.yoshikawa@us.af.mil
Phone
(802) 660-5423

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