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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 seeking to procure a STEUERGERAET,FEUER—German technical terminology indicating a fire control unit/device (Steuergerät = control unit; Feuer = fire). This is an electronic or electromechanical component likely used in weapons systems, armored vehicles, or other military equipment requiring precision fire control mechanisms.

Based on the NAICS code and DLA's mission as the military's supply chain manager, this acquisition supports logistics and sustainment of operational military systems. DLA Troop Support specifically manages construction and equipment procurement to maintain readiness across service branches. The item appears to be specialized military equipment, potentially for legacy systems of German origin or NATO-standard platforms.

Key facts

¹ Note: The NAICS code 326111 appears inconsistent with the item description; see the solicitation for clarification of manufacturing requirements.

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Only certified small business concerns may submit offers.

Given the NAICS code 326111, eligibility is determined by the Small Business Administration's size standard for plastics bag and pouch manufacturing. However, bidders should verify size standards in the full solicitation, as fire control equipment would typically fall under a different NAICS classification.

To bid, you must be:

• Registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) with active registration
• Designated as a small business for your primary NAICS code
• Capable of meeting any applicable DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) requirements for defense acquisitions

Additional requirements may include ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance if the item is defense articles on the U.S. Munitions List.

How to put together a competitive bid

Clarify scope and technical requirements first. The item name suggests specialized military electronics, but the NAICS code indicates plastics manufacturing. Contact the contracting officer immediately to confirm whether this involves fabrication of housings/casings, full assembly, or another component.

Defense logistics bidding essentials:

• Source approval: Determine if DLA requires qualification as an approved supplier or if this is open-market procurement
• Technical data package: Military electronics often require exact form, fit, and function matching; request drawings and specifications through SAM.gov
• Quality standards: Anticipate MIL-STD or ISO 9001 requirements; traceability and counterfeit prevention protocols are standard for DLA
• Packaging and marking: DLA has strict MIL-STD-129 marking requirements and often requires RFID labels
• Past performance: Document comparable defense or aerospace manufacturing experience; DLA evaluates delivery reliability heavily

Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for this NSN or similar items in DLA's FedMall or FPDS-NG data. Small business set-asides reduce competition but expect scrutiny of cost realism.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E627T0252
2. Review Section B (supplies/services) and Section C (description/specifications) to resolve the NAICS discrepancy and confirm exact deliverables
3. Submit questions through SAM.gov to the contracting officer before any Q&A deadline (typically 7-10 days before response due date)
4. Verify SAM registration expiration and update representations and certifications
5. Submit your offer by October 26, 2026—late submissions are inadmissible in federal procurement

See the solicitation for complete instructions, evaluation criteria, and required representations.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →