42--RESPIRATOR,AIR FILTERI
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is procuring respirators and air filtering equipment under solicitation SPE8E627T0296. This is a HUBZone set-aside procurement in the medical supplies and equipment space, specifically falling under Federal Supply Classification 42 (Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies).
Respirators and air filtering equipment are critical respiratory protection devices used across military and federal healthcare operations. These items typically include powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs), N95 or higher-grade filtering facepiece respirators, and associated filter cartridges or components. DLA Troop Support manages the procurement and distribution of medical materiel for the entire Department of Defense, meaning these supplies support military treatment facilities, deployed forces, and emergency preparedness stocks. The exact specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements for this particular order are not included in the synopsis metadata—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E627T0296 |
| NAICS | 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata—see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only HUBZone-certified small businesses may bid on this opportunity. To qualify, your business must:
- Be certified as HUBZone small by the Small Business Administration (SBA) at the time of bid submission and at time of award
- Meet the size standard for NAICS 339113, which is typically 1,000 employees (verify current thresholds on SAM.gov)
- Maintain principal office in a designated HUBZone and ensure 35% of employees reside in a HUBZone, or meet other HUBZone eligibility criteria
If you are not currently HUBZone-certified, you cannot participate—the certification process takes several weeks to months, so this deadline does not allow for new applications. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements are permitted under HUBZone rules if structured correctly; see the solicitation for any specific restrictions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify your HUBZone status in the SBA certification portal and ensure your SAM.gov profile reflects active HUBZone certification with current representations and certifications.
Understand the technical requirements. Respirator procurements typically require compliance with NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) approvals for N95, N99, P100, or specialized military specifications. Determine whether DLA requires NIOSH 42 CFR 84 certification, specific filter efficiency levels, or compatibility with existing DLA stock systems. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications and any First Article Testing requirements.
Assess your supply chain capacity. DLA medical solicitations often involve surge or sustainment requirements with strict delivery schedules. Confirm your manufacturing or distribution capacity can meet any stated or implied volume needs. If you are a distributor rather than manufacturer, ensure your supplier relationships and contractual arrangements satisfy any domestic sourcing or Trade Agreements Act requirements.
Price strategically. Combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically mean the government intends to make award based on initial proposals without discussions. Submit your best price upfront, factoring in DLA's historical preference for total evaluated price including shipping to designated depots or direct delivery points.
Review packaging and marking requirements. DLA has detailed military labeling and packaging standards that, if noncompliant, can result in rejection or payment delays.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E627T0296. The notice was posted October 18, 2026, with responses due October 29, 2026—this is an extremely short turnaround of 11 calendar days. Download all attachments immediately, note any questions deadline, and confirm whether electronic submission through DLA's procurement system or SAM.gov is required. Given the compressed timeline, prioritize understanding qualification requirements over detailed proposal refinement if time-constrained.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →