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43--FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

This is a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) procurement for a filter element, fluid—a component used to remove contaminants from fluid systems. These types of filters are essential maintenance items for military platforms, supporting operational readiness across naval and maritime weapons systems. DLA Maritime Columbus, operating under DLA Weapons Support, manages sustainment parts for the Department of the Navy and broader maritime defense enterprise.

DLA uses Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices to streamline acquisitions under simplified acquisition procedures. This format combines the market research announcement with the formal solicitation, allowing quicker award turnaround when requirements are well-defined commercial items. Buyers should expect detailed part specifications, packaging requirements, and likely a single-item or small-lot buy given the nature of the commodity.

Key facts

Who can bid

This procurement has no set-aside program, meaning it is a full and open competition. All responsible sources, regardless of business size, may submit offers. Small businesses compete directly with large manufacturers and distributors of filtration products.

The NAICS code 333998 classifies this under "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing." Firms registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code—or relevant to fluid filtration products—should verify their classifications are current. DLA awards frequently require Quality Assurance compliance and adherence to military packaging standards (MIL-STD-2073); prospective bidders should confirm their capabilities against any cited federal or defense specifications.

How to put together a competitive bid

Confirm product exactness. DLA fluid filter elements typically require compliance with specific military or OEM technical specifications. Verify your part number matches exactly—substitutions without approved equivalency are generally not accepted. See the solicitation for the full specification, drawing, and interchangeability requirements.

Review DLA's commercial practices. DLA often purchases on a delivery order basis against long-term contracts or as standalone buys. Check whether this is a single award or part of a larger requirement. Pricing should reflect your actual manufacturing or distribution cost structure plus any hazmat or special packaging requirements.

Address packaging and marking. DLA Weapons Support purchases frequently require Level A or B preservation per MIL-STD-2073, unit/ intermediate pack configurations, and RFID or UID marking. Inadequate packaging is a common cause of rejection or cure notice.

Evaluate your supply chain position. For NAICS 333998 items, DLA may favor sources with established Federal Supply Schedules, DLA prime vendor relationships, or prior DLA contract performance. Highlight any existing CAGE code activity with DLA Maritime Columbus.

Submit through SAM.gov assigned system. Combined Synopsis/Solicitations typically require electronic submission via the SAM.gov solicitation module or linked DLA systems. Ensure your SAM registration and banking information are current—DLA cannot award to expired registrations.

Next steps

1. Access the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T1651
2. Review all technical specifications, packaging instructions, and clauses/ provisions before preparing your offer
3. Note the firm response deadline of November 9, 2026—DLA Combined Synopsis/Solicitations typically do not allow late submissions

For questions on this requirement, use the contact information provided in the full SAM.gov notice.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →