41--FAN,VANEAXIAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking a fan, specifically a vaneaxial fan (FSC 41). Vaneaxial fans are industrial ventilation devices that move air along the axis of the fan wheel, with guide vanes that straighten airflow and improve efficiency. These are commonly used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, industrial process ventilation, and equipment cooling applications within military facilities, ships, or specialized environments.
This procurement falls under NAICS 333413 (Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower Manufacturing), which covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing fans, blowers, and similar equipment for industrial, commercial, and institutional use.
Key facts
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E727T0118 |
| NAICS | 333413 |
| Set-aside | None—full and open competition |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice—see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small-business set-aside, meaning any responsible offeror may bid regardless of business size. This includes large businesses, small businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors.
Small-business manufacturers of industrial fans, as well as distributors or value-added resellers with appropriate supply chain relationships, are eligible to compete. If you are a small business, note that you will be competing directly against larger firms, so differentiation on price, delivery, technical capability, or past performance will be critical.
How to put together a competitive bid
For industrial fan equipment under DLA procurement, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Carefully verify that your proposed vaneaxial fan meets all specified performance requirements—airflow capacity (CFM), static pressure, motor specifications, voltage, mounting configuration, and materials of construction. DLA typically references military or commercial specifications; non-compliant bids risk rejection.
Pricing strategy: With full and open competition, expect aggressive pricing. Analyze your total delivered cost including packaging appropriate for military supply chain requirements. DLA often evaluates on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis for such commodities.
Delivery and lead time: Assess your production capacity and supply chain reliability. Shorter, verifiable delivery times can be a discriminator even in price-driven competitions.
Quality certifications: Ensure your manufacturing processes and products hold any required certifications (ISO 9001, specific military specifications, or ASTM standards commonly apply to this product class).
Past performance: If you have prior DLA or federal contracts for HVAC equipment, emphasize on-time delivery and quality acceptance history. First-time bidders should demonstrate commercial equivalents.
Packaging and marking: Military shipments require specific labeling and preservation standards; see the solicitation for exact requirements.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E727T0118 to obtain complete specifications, clauses, and instructions to offerors.
Note the deadline: October 19, 2026—allow adequate time for proposal preparation, especially if technical drawings or first article testing requirements apply.
Register in SAM if not already active, and verify your entity information is current.
Evaluate whether to bid based on your technical capability, competitive cost position against likely large-firm competitors, and capacity to meet any stated delivery requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →