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

What the government is buying

DLA Troop Support is soliciting for fire blankets under a HUBZone set-aside. Fire blankets are safety devices used to smother small fires, typically made of fire-resistant woven fiberglass or similar materials. They're commonly used in kitchens, laboratories, industrial settings, and military facilities as a first-response fire suppression tool. The "blanket, fire" description in the title suggests standard-issue safety equipment procurement for DOD logistics support.

Key facts

Who can bid

Only certified HUBZone small businesses can compete for this opportunity. To qualify, you must:

• Have SBA HUBZone certification active at the time of offer and award
• Meet small business size standards for NAICS 333998 (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for the specific employee or revenue threshold)
• Maintain at least 35% of employees residing in a HUBZone, or your principal office must be in a HUBZone (with certain exceptions)
• Comply with HUBZone program requirements regarding ownership and control

If you're not currently HUBZone-certified but believe you may qualify, the SBA certification process typically takes several months—too late for this November deadline, but worthwhile for future DLA Troop Support opportunities. Prime contractors may not bid without HUBZone status; non-HUBZone firms can only participate as subcontractors to the prime.

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA Troop Support blanket purchase agreements or delivery orders for safety equipment, focus on these specifics:

Certification verification: Upload your HUBZone certification letter and maintain it in SAM.gov. DLA validates status automatically through SBA systems, but have documentation ready.

Product compliance: Fire blankets for military/logistics use likely require compliance with NFPA standards or specific federal specifications. See the solicitation for technical requirements including dimensions, temperature ratings, and packaging standards. DLA typically references Federal or Military specifications—non-compliant products risk rejection.

Past performance: Highlight any DLA supply experience, especially under similar NSNs or CAGE-coded transactions. If you're new to DLA, emphasize manufacturing quality certifications (ISO 9001) or commercial fire safety market experience.

Pricing strategy: DLA Troop Support awards heavily on price for commercial-type items. Research historical pricing for comparable fire blanket NSNs through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS reports. Factor in small business pricing evaluation adjustments if applicable.

Shipping and distribution: DLA may require delivery to its distribution depots (Cecil Field, FL or Tracy, CA are common). Confirm FOB terms and whether you're offering contractor logistics support.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E627T0429. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means the notice itself may constitute the complete bidding document—verify whether additional attachments contain specifications, clauses, or pricing templates.

Critical deadline: Responses are due November 9, 2026. SAM.gov system issues are not typically grounds for deadline extension, so submit early. Register or verify your SAM.gov registration is active, not expiring before award, and matches your DUNS/UEI and CAGE code exactly.

Monitor the SAM.gov record for amendments, especially if technical specifications or Q&A are published. Consider contacting the contracting officer through SAM.gov messaging for clarification on any unclear requirements.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →