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 under federal supply classification 41. This is a standard procurement of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) equipment used in climate control systems for military facilities, vehicles, or other defense applications. Cooling coils are heat exchangers that remove heat and moisture from air passing through ductwork, making them essential components for maintaining controlled environmental conditions.
DLA Troop Support handles procurement of construction and equipment supplies to sustain military operations worldwide. This acquisition falls under their Construction & Equipment supply chain, which sources industrial and infrastructure-related products.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency — DLA Troop Support (Construction & Equipment) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E927T0204 |
| NAICS | 333415 — Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside specified. Any responsible manufacturer or supplier capable of meeting DLA's technical and delivery requirements may submit an offer, including:
- Large manufacturers of HVAC components
- Small and mid-size manufacturers in the 333415 NAICS space
- distributors or value-added resellers with authorized manufacturer relationships (if permitted by DLA)
Firms currently registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active CAGE codes should verify their NAICS 333415 registration and any required federal supply schedule or DLA distribution agreements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is a parts procurement under DLA's Construction & Equipment portfolio, competitiveness typically depends on:
Pricing accuracy. DLA frequently uses automated strategic sourcing tools and compares against historical pricing data. Research comparable DLA transactions for FSC 41 items using the Federal Procurement Data System or FPDS.gov.
Technical compliance. Cooling coils have precise specifications for materials, dimensions, fins-per-inch, tube diameter, and pressure ratings. See the solicitation for exact performance requirements and any military or commercial specifications cited (such as AHRi, ASHRAE, or MIL-STD references).
Delivery commitments. DLA evaluates past delivery performance through its Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Ensure you can meet any required delivery windows, and be realistic about lead times for raw materials or fabrication.
Quality assurance. Verify whether the solicitation requires ISO 9001 certification, specific welding qualifications, or first-article testing.
Packaging and marking. DLA has strict military packaging requirements per MIL-STD-2073. Non-compliant packaging is a common reason for rejection or payment withholding.
For open competitions, past performance on similar DLA orders significantly influences award decisions.
Next steps
Review the complete solicitation for SPE8E927T0204 on SAM.gov as soon as possible. This notice was posted October 14, 2026, with responses due October 26, 2026 — a relatively short turnaround of approximately twelve days.
Download the full synopsis to confirm technical specifications, quantity (if stated), delivery requirements, and any amendments. Submit questions through SAM.gov if specifications are unclear, allowing adequate time for agency response before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →