43--PUMP,CENTRIFUGAL
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 is procuring a centrifugal pump for its maritime weapons support operations. Centrifugal pumps are mechanical devices that move fluids by converting rotational kinetic energy into hydrodynamic energy. In defense and maritime contexts, these pumps serve critical functions including bilge pumping, fuel transfer, cooling water circulation, and ballast management aboard vessels and at shore facilities.
This requirement falls under supply class 43, the federal classification for pumps and compressors. DLA Maritime Columbus manages procurement in support of Navy and broader maritime defense logistics needs.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U0860 |
| NAICS | 333996 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is a total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns may submit offers. Your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 333996 (Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing). The Small Business Administration generally sets this standard by employee count; consult SBA Table of Size Standards or SAM.gov to confirm your eligibility.
You must be registered in SAM.gov with active status and have the appropriate NAICS 333996 in your profile. If you are a manufacturer, you should verify your capabilities align with defense-grade pump specifications. Non-manufacturers (dealers, distributors) may need to comply with the nonmanufacturer rule, which requires you to supply the product of another small business.
How to put together a competitive bid
DLA combined synopsis/solicitation awards typically evaluate on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis. To compete effectively:
Review the solicitation documents carefully for exact technical specifications—pump type, flow rate, pressure rating, material construction, dimensions, and any military or maritime certifications required (see the solicitation for these specifics).
Verify your supply chain can deliver DLA's required lead times. Defense supply contracts often demand rapid turnaround or stocking commitments.
Confirm your manufacturing or sourcing meets Buy American Act or Trade Agreements Act requirements, common in DLA procurements.
Submit through DLA's designated electronic system—typically DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) for this agency. Do not assume SAM.gov submission alone is sufficient.
Check for drawings or technical data packages attached to the solicitation; DLA industrial hardware often references military standards (MIL-STD, MIL-PRF, or NSN specifications).
Price aggressively but sustainably—LPTA awards go to lowest qualified bidder, but DLA tracks contractor performance and may reject unrealistically low offers.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U0860. Download all attachments, including technical specifications and any DIBBS ordering instructions.
Note the firm response deadline of November 2, 2026—DLA typically does not extend deadlines for routine supply procurements. Allow time for any SAM.gov system issues or required updates to your business profile.
If unfamiliar with DLA Maritime procurement, consider reviewing DLA's small business resources or contacting DLA Maritime Columbus's small business specialist for guidance.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →