41--FAN,VANEAXIAL
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 Troop Support is soliciting for a fan, specifically a vaneaxial fan. This falls within heating equipment manufacturing (except warm air furnaces), which is a standard category of mechanical equipment procurement DLA handles to support military logistics and maintenance operations.
Vaneaxial fans are a specific type of axial fan designed with guide vanes to improve airflow efficiency and reduce swirl. They're commonly used in ventilation, industrial process air handling, and specialized military equipment cooling applications where directed, high-efficiency airflow is required.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E927T0368 |
| NAICS | 333414 — Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any qualified business—small or large—may submit a bid, provided they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and can meet any technical, quality, and delivery requirements DLA specifies for this item.
Manufacturers of industrial fans, HVAC equipment suppliers, and defense contractors with experience in military-specification mechanical equipment should evaluate whether their products match the government's requirements. Because this is NSN-linked equipment (classification code 41), bidders often need to provide items meeting established military standards or commercial equivalents as specified.
How to put together a competitive bid
Confirm product match early. Vaneaxial fans vary significantly in blade design, motor type, flow rate, pressure capability, and mounting configuration. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, acceptable manufacturer part numbers, and any required testing certifications.
Understand DLA's supply chain expectations. DLA Troop Support typically requires firm delivery schedules, packaging to military standards, and ongoing contract performance monitoring. Review your production capacity and supplier lead times against the required delivery schedule.
Price strategically for open competition. Without a set-aside, you'll compete against all manufacturers and distributors. Research historical pricing for this NSN through DLA's Price Verification tools or FPDS data if available. Consider whether you can offer manufacturer-direct pricing or value-added services like faster fulfillment.
Verify SAM registration and compliance. Ensure your SAM registration is active through the contract period and that any required certifications (ISO 9001, cybersecurity for defense contractors, etc.) are current.
Assess secondary sourcing if you're a distributor. If you don't manufacture vaneaxial fans, confirm whether the solicitation accepts distributors and whether you have authorized dealer relationships with qualifying OEMs.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E927T0368 for complete specifications, delivery requirements, and clause provisions
- Note the deadline: responses are due November 9, 2026
- Register or verify SAM.gov status before preparing your offer
View the official notice on SAM.gov →