42--EXTINGUISHER,FIRE
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 procuring fire extinguishers under Federal Supply Classification 42 (Firefighting Equipment). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for extinguisher, fire-related supplies. FSC 42 covers portable and fixed fire suppression equipment, including various types of fire extinguishers used across military installations, vessels, and facilities. DLA Troop Support manages construction and equipment supplies for the Department of Defense, and fire extinguishers are standard life-safety equipment required throughout military operations.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE · DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY · TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT · DLA TROOP SUPPORT |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E627T0238 |
| NAICS | 314999 — All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small businesses certified as small under NAICS 314999. The total small business set-aside means only small business concerns may submit offers; large businesses are ineligible unless they qualify as a small business under the applicable size standard.
To compete, a firm must:
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
- Have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Be designated "small" for NAICS 314999 in SAM (current size standard: 1,000 employees for this code)
- Meet any applicable DLA supplier requirements for fire safety equipment
NAICS 314999 covers all other miscellaneous textile product mills, which for federal contracting purposes may include certain types of textile-based fire safety products such as fire blankets, coated fabrics, or specialty textile components used in fire suppression equipment. Firms should verify their SAM profile accurately reflects this NAICS code if they intend to bid.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the product scope. Fire extinguishers under FSC 42 may encompass multiple types—water, foam, CO2, dry chemical, clean agent, or specialized extinguishing media. See the solicitation for exact specifications, including capacity ratings, compliance standards (likely UL, ULC, or NFPA requirements), and any military-specific markings or packaging.
Verify your supply chain. DLA typically requires products to meet commercial or military standards. Identify whether you are offering:
- A brand-name product with exact part number match
- An "equal" product that meets salient characteristics
- Manufactured goods or supplies from a subcontractor
If offering an equal, your proposal must clearly demonstrate how your product meets or exceeds all specified characteristics.
Address logistics and delivery. Fire extinguishers are hazmat-classified items (pressurized containers), so understand shipping requirements, shelf life considerations, and any hazardous material handling certifications needed. DLA Troop Support may require specific packaging, labeling, or delivery schedules.
Review past DLA pricing. Research historical awarded prices for comparable FSC 42 items on SAM.gov or through DLA's public tools. Small business set-aside competitions can be less crowded but still price-sensitive.
Complete all required representations. DLA combined synopsis/solicitations typically require online quotation submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or the specified platform. Ensure all required clauses, certifications, and small business representations are completed accurately.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E627T0238 — search by this number to download specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, and all clauses
- Confirm your small business status in SAM for NAICS 314999
- Evaluate product fit against exact technical requirements before preparing your quote
- Submit your offer before the deadline: October 26, 2026
Place of performance and specific delivery locations will be detailed in the solicitation documents. Allow adequate time for quotation preparation, especially if third-party certifications or testing documentation are required for fire safety equipment compliance.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →