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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, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime is procuring a fluid filter element, a component used to remove contaminants from hydraulic, fuel, lubrication, or other fluid systems. Filter elements are consumable maintenance items critical to keeping military vehicles, vessels, and equipment operational. DLA Maritime Columbus, through DLA Weapons Support, manages this requirement as part of its defense supply chain mission.

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the procurement and the actual bidding document. These are typically streamlined acquisitions, often using simplified acquisition procedures. See the solicitation for the exact technical specifications, including filtration rating, dimensions, compatibility requirements, and applicable military or commercial standards.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program specified. Any responsible offeror, including small businesses of all categories, may submit a bid. There is no preference for small business, HUBZone, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, or 8(a) firms on this requirement.

Under NAICS 333998 ("All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing"), the Small Business Administration size standard typically applies. Firms should verify their size standard eligibility through SBA.gov if planning to pursue small business opportunities generally, though this specific procurement does not restrict competition.

Manufacturers and distributors of fluid filtration products with experience in defense or industrial applications are natural competitors. DLA frequently sources filter elements through long-term contracts or individual purchases, and vendors should have capability to meet government quality requirements such as ISO standards or military specifications.

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA filter element procurements, competitiveness hinges on technical compliance, price, and delivery reliability:

• Verify specifications exactly: DLA acquisitions often reference NSNs (National Stock Numbers), drawing numbers, or specification sheets. Even minor deviations in dimensions, media material, or endcap configuration can result in rejection. See the solicitation for the controlling technical data.

• Confirm manufacturing source: If you are a distributor, ensure your manufacturer is qualified and willing to support government inspection requirements. DLA may require first-article approval or source inspection.

• Price strategically: Combined synopsis/solicitations often result in immediate awards. Research historical pricing for the NSN or similar items through DLA's Internet Bid Bond System (DIBBS) or SAM.gov award data. Factor in your supply chain costs, as DLA typically requires firm fixed pricing.

• Address delivery requirements: DLA supply chains depend on predictability. Late deliveries can affect vendor scoring. See the solicitation for required delivery schedule and shipping instructions, including any DLA-wide receiving location.

• Register in requisite systems: Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active, and maintain any required DLA-specific qualifications such as being registered in DIBBS if electronic bidding is mandated.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M427T1566. The synopsis portion may provide limited detail; the embedded solicitation document contains the complete specifications, clauses, and instructions for offerors. Note the firm response deadline of November 2, 2026. Monitor SAM.gov for any amendments that may modify requirements or extend the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →