43--PUMP UNIT,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
DLA Maritime Columbus, part of the Defense Logistics Agency, is procuring a centrifugal pump unit through a total small business set-aside. Centrifugal pump units are rotating equipment that use impellers to move fluid by converting rotational kinetic energy to hydrodynamic energy. These are common in shipboard systems, including cooling water, bilge, ballast, and fuel transfer applications on naval vessels.
DLA Maritime supplies materiel to support U.S. Navy and other maritime operations, so this pump unit likely supports vessel maintenance, repair, or overhaul activities. The specific technical requirements—including flow rate, pressure ratings, materials of construction, and applicable military or commercial specifications—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – Maritime – Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T1320 |
| NAICS | 333991 |
| 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 restricted to small business concerns under the total small business set-aside program. Your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 333991 (Pump and Compressor Manufacturing), which is typically 1,000 employees. You must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active DUNS/UEI, and have the appropriate North American Industry Classification System code in your SAM profile.
If you are a manufacturer, you should verify whether you qualify as a nonmanufacturer under SBA rules if you do not produce the item directly. DLA acquisitions often require Trade Agreements Act compliance and adherence to DFARS clauses for defense procurement. Past performance with DLA or similar federal maritime supply contracts may strengthen your proposal but is not necessarily required.
How to put together a competitive bid
For pump unit procurements through DLA, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Centrifugal pumps for maritime use must often meet military specifications (MIL-SPECs) or be suitable for shipboard environments with saltwater exposure, vibration, and space constraints. Confirm whether the solicitation calls for a specific NSN (National Stock Number) or allows for equivalent commercial products.
Pricing strategy: DLA Maritime uses automated procurement systems and evaluates primarily on price for established items. Research historical pricing for similar pump units in DLA's procurement history. Factor in packaging and marking requirements, which are strict for DLA shipments.
Delivery and packaging: DLA has detailed requirements for item identification, preservation, and packaging per MIL-STD-2073. Noncompliant shipments risk rejection. Verify required delivery terms and destination—DLA often requires delivery to a Defense Distribution Center.
Regulatory compliance: Ensure you can comply with DFARS clauses, counterfeit prevention requirements, and any country-of-origin restrictions. The Berry Amendment may apply for certain Department of Defense procurements.
Small business documentation: Maintain accurate representations regarding size status and any small business programs you may claim.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T1320. The complete document contains technical specifications, delivery requirements, clauses, and instructions for offerors. Note the response deadline of November 2, 2026, and allow adequate time for proposal preparation, SAM.gov verification, and electronic submission through the designated system, typically DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or the method specified in the solicitation.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →