44--TOWER ASSEMBLY,DESI
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is soliciting offers for tower assembly equipment under DLA's Construction & Equipment supply chain. NAICS code 333415—"Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing"—indicates this relates to cooling/heating system components. Tower assemblies in this context typically refer to cooling tower components or similar heat-rejection equipment used in HVAC systems or industrial applications.
As a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, this notice both announces the requirement and invites offers simultaneously, streamlining the procurement process.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support – Construction & Equipment |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E927T0199 |
| NAICS | 333415 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program indicated. Any responsible offeror—regardless of business size—may submit a bid, provided they meet the requirements of NAICS 333415. However, small businesses should note where they may have competitive advantages:
- Small business manufacturers registered under NAICS 333415 (with standard 1,250-employee size threshold) can compete directly against large firms
- Non-manufacturer rule considerations may apply if you are a dealer/distributor rather than the actual producer
DLA Troop Support frequently awards to small businesses in the Construction & Equipment portfolio, but without a set-aside, pricing and technical compliance become paramount.
How to put together a competitive bid
For cooling/heating tower assembly equipment, focus on these areas:
Technical compliance: Verify exact specifications for the tower assembly—dimensions, materials (typically galvanized steel, stainless steel, or fiberglass), capacity ratings, and any military or federal performance standards. DLA purchases often reference commercial item descriptions with supplemental requirements.
Pricing strategy: Research DLA's historical pricing for similar NSNs (National Stock Numbers) if available through FPDS or past awards. Open competition means lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) or best-value tradeoff evaluation likely applies—know which before pricing.
Past performance: Highlight experience supplying HVAC/industrial refrigeration equipment to government or commercial clients. DLA places weight on demonstrated reliability.
Delivery and packaging: DLA has strict packaging and marking requirements for military shipments. Confirm FOB point and any special handling for oversized equipment.
SAM registration and representations: Ensure SAM.gov registration is active and all required certifications (FAR 52.212-3, small business representations) are current.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E927T0199—the synopsis contains minimal detail, and specifications, drawings, and clauses are in the complete solicitation package.
Note the deadline: Offers are due October 26, 2026. With only 12 days between posting and deadline, expedite your review and submission.
Submit questions early if clarifications are needed; the short response window leaves minimal time for Q&A cycles.
Confirm required delivery terms and place of performance in the full solicitation to validate your logistics capabilities before committing to bid.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →