43--FILTER BODY,FLUID
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Weapons Support is seeking a supplier for filter bodies used in fluid systems—specifically an item classified under FSC 43 (Pumps and Compressors). This is a spare parts procurement for military logistics, where DLA manages the supply chain for weapons systems and related equipment across the Department of Defense. Filter bodies are critical maintenance components that protect engines, hydraulics, and other fluid-dependent systems from contamination. See the solicitation for the specific part number, technical specifications, and quantity required.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – DLA Maritime, DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T0610 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under NAICS 333998—the code for "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing." To qualify, your business must meet SBA size standards for this NAICS code (typically 500 employees) and be registered in SAM.gov as a small business. You do not need to be a manufacturer; under DLA's rules, distributors and dealers often can bid if they meet qualification requirements. However, see the solicitation for any specific source restrictions, such as Buy American Act compliance or Berry Amendment applicability for DOD acquisitions.
Veteran-owned, woman-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) certifications are not required for this total small-business set-aside, though such status may help in evaluation if the solicitation includes socioeconomic factors.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify your SAM.gov profile is active and reflects small-business status—DLA awards cannot proceed without valid registration.
Understand the technical requirements. Filter bodies for military use typically demand exact conformance to military or OEM specifications. See the solicitation for the specific drawing, specification number, and any first-article testing or qualification requirements. If you are a distributor, confirm your upstream manufacturer meets these standards and will provide certification.
Check delivery and packaging rules. DLA contracts often require strict MIL-STD-129 labeling, RFID tagging, and shipment to specific DLA depots. See the solicitation for the required delivery schedule and DLA Document Services (DDS) marking requirements.
Price strategically against DLA's historical data. Research past awards for similar NSNs in the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) to gauge competitive pricing. DLA acquisitions frequently award to lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) proposals.
Submit through DIBBS, not sam.gov. DLA typically requires electronic bids through its DIBBS portal. Register in advance and test your access before the deadline.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation from SAM.gov using notice ID or solicitation number SPE7M127T0610. Review all specification documents, the statement of work, and any attachments for exact technical and delivery requirements. Submit your bid well before the October 23, 2026 deadline—DLA deadlines are typically firm, and late submissions are rejected without exception.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →