41--COOLING COIL,AIR,DUCT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking to acquire a cooling coil, air, duct—a component used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Cooling coils are heat exchangers that remove heat and moisture from air as it passes through ductwork, making them essential for climate control in military facilities, vehicles, and specialized equipment enclosures. This type of procurement falls under DLA's Construction & Equipment mission, which supplies building materials and mechanical equipment to military installations worldwide.
NAICS 333415 designates the Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing industry. Firms in this category manufacture HVAC equipment including heat exchangers, coils, and related air-handling components.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E927T0187 |
| NAICS | 333415 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice |
Who can bid
This opportunity is strictly limited to small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program. To qualify, your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 333415, which typically uses employee-based thresholds (generally 1,500 employees for this industry). You must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active DUNS/UEI number, and hold any required certifications. Manufacturing the item domestically may be required under the Buy American Act or Trade Agreements Act—see the solicitation for applicable sourcing restrictions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify size status: Confirm your business qualifies as small under 13 CFR 121 for NAICS 333415 before investing bid preparation effort.
Review technical specifications carefully: Cooling coils vary significantly by material (copper, aluminum, stainless steel), fin density, corrosion coating, and operating pressure. DLA specifications often reference military or commercial standards—see the solicitation for exact dimensional, performance, and testing requirements.
Assess manufacturing capacity: Can you produce to the required lead times? DLA contracts often demand consistent delivery to distribution points. Evaluate your raw material supply chain for copper and aluminum given market volatility.
Pricing strategy: Research historical prices for similar DLA coil awards if available. Consider DLA's Automated Best Value System (ABVS) scoring, which evaluates price alongside delivery and past performance. Low price alone does not guarantee award.
Past performance documentation: Gather references from comparable federal or commercial HVAC component contracts. DLA weights recent, relevant performance heavily.
Quality certifications: Determine if ISO 9001, NIST compliance, or specific welding/pressure vessel certifications apply to this item.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E927T0187 to obtain complete specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and clause additions. Note that responses are due October 26, 2026—allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration updates, quote preparation, and any required technical data submissions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →