20--DRIVE ASSEMBLY,ELECTRO
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime-Columbus is soliciting bids for an electro drive assembly. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 20, which covers ship and marine equipment components. Electro drive assemblies are electromechanical systems used to transmit power and control motion in machinery—commonly found in shipboard applications such as steering gear, winches, cranes, or propulsion auxiliary systems.
DLA Maritime manages spare and repair parts to support U.S. Navy and Coast Guard vessel readiness. Procurements in this category typically require items that meet military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or drawings, with emphasis on reliability in marine environments where corrosion, vibration, and shock are operational concerns.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency — DLA Land and Maritime, Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M027Q0079 |
| NAICS | 333998 — All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. All responsible sources—including large manufacturers, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors—may submit offers. The procurement uses a combined synopsis/solicitation format, meaning the notice itself serves as the formal solicitation document, provided it contains sufficient information for vendors to submit responsive offers.
Under NAICS 333998, eligible bidders typically manufacture general purpose machinery not elsewhere classified. Firms with capabilities in electromechanical assembly, gear drive production, or marine equipment manufacturing may qualify. No HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, or other socioeconomic preference applies unless the solicitation contains unstated evaluation criteria.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical requirements early. FSC 20 items often carry specific military drawings or performance specifications. See the solicitation for the exact technical data package, approved sources, and any first-article testing requirements.
Assess logistics capabilities. DLA Maritime-Columbus awards frequently require compliance with DLA's Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for invoicing and shipment status, as well as barcode labeling under MIL-STD-129. Confirm your systems can meet these transactional demands.
Understand the pricing structure. DLA supply contracts typically use fixed-pricing with potential economic price adjustment clauses. Review whether the solicitation requests unit pricing, estimated quantities, or minimum order quantities.
Evaluate your supply chain for long-lead components. Electro drive assemblies may incorporate specialized electric motors, gearboxes, or controllers with extended procurement cycles. The response window is approximately two weeks, so pre-positioned supplier relationships matter.
Register in requisite systems. Ensure your firm is registered in SAM.gov with active status, has a valid CAGE code, and accepts terms through DLA's procurement systems. No small-business certification is required for this unrestricted procurement, but accurate size representation in SAM remains mandatory.
Consider past performance relevance. DLA evaluates supplier delivery and quality history. If you lack prior DLA experience, emphasize comparable commercial marine or heavy equipment production and any ISO 9001 or AS9100 certifications.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M027Q0079. Confirm all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors directly from the source document. Note the firm response deadline of October 19, 2026—late submissions are inadmissible in DLA sealed-bid procurements. Contact the contracting officer listed in the solicitation with any questions regarding drawings, specifications, or submission procedures.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →