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41--COMPRESSOR,REFRIGERATI

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is procuring a refrigerator compressor under classification code 41 (Compressors). This falls under NAICS code 333415, which covers Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing. Refrigeration compressors are critical components in military food service, medical cold storage, and environmental control systems that support deployed forces and fixed installations. DLA Troop Support typically sources these items to maintain supply availability for military customers worldwide.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is exclusively open to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) that meet the eligibility requirements under FAR 19.14. To qualify, your business must:

• Be small under the NAICS 333415 size standard (1,250 employees, per SBA table of size standards)
• Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
• Have one or more service-disabled veterans control management and daily business operations
• Have the service-connected disability established through proper VA documentation
• Be currently registered and verified in the VA Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database at the time of offer

Non-SDVOSB firms, including other small businesses and large businesses, are ineligible to submit offers on this set-aside.

How to put together a competitive bid

For industrial refrigeration equipment under DLA procurement, focus on these elements:

Technical compliance: DLA typically requires offerors to meet detailed military or commercial specifications for compressors. Obtain the specific Item Identification (II) or National Stock Number (NSN) details from the full solicitation to confirm refrigerant type, capacity, voltage, and physical dimensions. Submit a compliant proposal—DLA generally does not entertain alternate proposals unless the solicitation explicitly allows them.

Quality assurance: Be prepared to demonstrate compliance with quality standards such as ISO 9001 or applicable military specifications. DLA may require a Quality Assurance Letter of Instruction (QALI) or reference specific inspection protocols.

Past performance: If you have prior DLA or DoD contracts for HVAC/refrigeration equipment, highlight on-time delivery and quality acceptance rates. First-time DLA vendors should emphasize relevant commercial experience and any other federal contracting history.

Pricing strategy: DLA conducts market research and may compare against historical prices or Government Estimate. Submit your most competitive pricing upfront—Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically do not allow discussions or revisions after receipt of proposals.

Packaging and shipping: Review the solicitation for required preservation, packaging, packing, and marking (PP&P) per MIL-STD-2073 or commercial equivalents. DLA often specifies delivery to designated depots such as Defense Distribution Susquehanna or Defense Distribution San Joaquin.

DAVIS-BACON / labor standards: Determine whether the Trade Agreements Act or other labor provisions apply; see the solicitation for applicability.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E927T0338 to obtain complete technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria.
2. Confirm your VIP verification status is current before preparing your offer.
3. Submit your offer before November 9, 2026—DLA Combined Synopsis/Solicitation competitions typically have firm deadlines with limited or no extension for SDVOSB set-asides.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →