Custom Signage Design and Prototyping

The contract calls for the development of digital design proofs and physical material samples for both indoor and outdoor signage, all of which must strictly adhere to Department of Defense technical exhibits to ensure compliance with federal standards. These prototypes are required for formal approval before any full-scale fabrication can proceed, emphasizing precision in design, materials, and finish to meet the rigorous requirements of military installations. The work must be completed within a tight window, with proposals due by April 28, 2026, and performance expected to occur at the specified location in St. James, Maryland, under a total small business set-aside as defined by the SBA. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 541430, classified as a design services contract within the Department of Defense’s IT Contracting Division, and is exclusively reserved for small businesses. All submissions must demonstrate not only technical competence in signage design and prototyping but also an understanding of DoD specifications for durability, visibility, weather resistance, and safety compliance in both indoor and outdoor environments. The set-aside nature of the contract ensures that only small businesses qualify to bid, and successful vendors will be expected to deliver high-fidelity samples that serve as the foundation for final production, with no fabrication allowed until explicit approval is granted by the contracting authority.