43--RING,WEARING
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Fri, 16 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, through its Columbus office, is soliciting for a ring, wearing (Federal Supply Classification 43). This falls under NSN-related procurement for a mechanical power transmission component—specifically an annular bearing or retaining ring used in equipment assemblies.
NAICS 333996 covers "Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing," though this classification is sometimes applied to affiliated mechanical power transmission components including rings, seals, and bearings when procured through DLA's system. The item is likely a standard hardware component for military equipment maintenance or depot-level repair operations.
DLA Maritime and Land and Maritime typically procure industrial and mechanical items to support weapon systems, vehicles, and platform maintenance across military services. This is a routine stock replenishment or direct-turnover purchase rather than a complex system acquisition.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T0091 |
| NAICS | 333996 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 16, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved entirely for small businesses certified in NAICS 333996 or an appropriate size standard. To qualify:
- Your business must meet SBA size standards for NAICS 333996 (typically 1,000 employees for manufacturing; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov)
- You must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through the award period
- If applicable, hold any required DLA supplier qualifications or quality certifications for mechanical hardware
No specific socioeconomic preference (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) appears in the metadata—this is a general small business set-aside. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements are permissible if structured to comply with SBA affiliation rules.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand DLA's buying patterns: DLA Land and Maritime frequently uses Combination Synopsis/Solicitation notices to streamline award—this may be a simplified acquisition or allow for immediate award without further negotiation. Prepare to submit your best price and delivery terms upfront.
Technical compliance: For FSC 43 hardware, bids typically require:
- Exact conformance to the item description, drawing, or specification cited in the full solicitation
- Material and dimensional certifications
- Traceability documentation if the item is safety-critical
Pricing strategy: DLA mechanical component awards are often lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA). Research historical pricing for comparable NSNs through DLA's FedMall or FPDS data. Factor in:
- Minimum order quantities or packaging requirements
- Shipment to a DLA depot (commonly Columbus, OH; Richmond, VA; or Tracy, CA)
- potential for Long Term Contracts or indefinite-delivery follow-on
Past performance: If your firm lacks DLA experience, highlight comparable commercial or defense mechanical component sales.
Delivery reliability: DLA tracks supplier delivery scores; late shipments affect future eligibility. Quote realistic lead times—expediting raw material for rings (spring steel, stainless, or specified alloy) can erode margins.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T0091—the synopsis contains limited detail; item specifications, inspection requirements, delivery schedules, and packaging standards are in the attached documents.
Confirm the response deadline of October 16, 2026—DLA typically enforces strict timestamps; plan submission well before the cutoff.
Verify SAM registration status and any required DLA supply chain security or counterfeit prevention certifications applicable to mechanical components.
If specifications are unclear, use the solicitation's Q&A period or contact the contracting officer before preparing your quote—deviations from technical requirements are rarely accepted for standard hardware items.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →