29--FILTER,FLUID
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) needs fluid filters—items in Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 29, which covers engine accessories and related components. Fluid filters are used to clean oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, or other lubricants in military vehicles, aircraft, and equipment. This is a sustainment buy for the DLA Land and Maritime supply chain, specifically through DLA Weapons Support at Columbus, which manages spare parts and logistics for weapons systems and associated platform support.
DLA typically buys these items through its Total Small Business Set-Aside program to meet statutory small business contracting goals. The agency uses combined synopsis/solicitation notices to streamline procurement, meaning the notice itself may serve as the solicitation document for simplified acquisition procedures.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Land Columbus, DLA Weapons Support) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L127U0041 |
| NAICS | 333618 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for total small business set-aside, meaning only small business concerns may bid. Your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing). Visit the SBA size standards table to confirm your qualification—this NAICS typically uses employee-based thresholds.
You must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration maintained through the contract period, have the correct NAICS code in your profile, and not be on the SBA's list of ineligible firms. If you are a non-manufacturer, you may need to comply with the non-manufacturer rule, which requires you to supply a product manufactured by a small business (with some exceptions under the SBA's waiver program for classes of products).
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements. Fluid filters under FSC 29 must meet strict military or aerospace performance standards. See the solicitation for the exact specification—likely a military specification (Mil-Spec), defense standard, or DLA's own item description with critical dimensions, flow rates, filtration ratings, and materials.
Confirm supply chain and manufacturing capability. DLA expects reliable delivery of sustainment parts, often with multi-year requirements. If you are a distributor, document your relationship with the manufacturer and any applicable testing or pedigree documentation. If you manufacture, ensure your quality system can meet any required certifications (such as ISO/AS standards common in this industry).
Price competitively but responsibly. DLA frequently awards on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) for spare parts. Review DLA's historical pricing through tools like the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) or DLA's own pricing resources. Factor in packaging and shipping to DLA depots.
Submit properly through SAM.gov. Combined synopsis/solicitation notices often require electronic submission. Verify whether this uses DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or direct SAM.gov response, and follow the exact format for quotations.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127U0041. The notice was posted October 9, 2026, with responses due October 23, 2026—a relatively short turnaround typical of DLA spot buys. Verify all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and submission instructions directly in the solicitation document, as the metadata does not include item quantities, packaging details, or exact place of performance.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →