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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, part of DLA Weapons Support, is soliciting offers for hose assemblies, nonmetallic. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both a public announcement and a formal request for quotes.

Hose assemblies in this category typically consist of nonmetallic flexible hose with end fittings attached, used for fluid transfer applications in military systems. These items support DLA's mission of supplying weapons systems and related materiel to the U.S. armed forces. The specific technical requirements—including dimensions, pressure ratings, material specifications, and applicable military standards—see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. Your business must meet the U.S. Small Business Administration's size standard for NAICS code 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing), which generally carries a 500-employee threshold. Check SAM.gov or the solicitation to confirm the applicable size standard.

You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with active status, have a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and maintain any required NAICS code registrations in your SAM profile. DLA typically requires vendors to participate in its Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) and may require compliance with DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) provisions, including cybersecurity requirements under NIST SP 800-171 if controlled unclassified information is handled.

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA Maritime spare parts procurements, focus on these areas:

Technical compliance: Hose assemblies under this solicitation likely must meet specific military or commercial specifications. Obtain the applicable drawings, specs, and Quality Assurance Provisions referenced in the solicitation. DLA often requires first-article inspection or submission of test data.

Past performance: Document experience manufacturing or supplying similar nonmetallic hose assemblies, particularly to DLA or other defense customers. Include relevant contract numbers, points of contact, and delivery performance metrics.

Pricing strategy: DLA uses competitive pricing databases and may evaluate against historical prices. Research comparable sales in the FPDS (Federal Procurement Data System) or DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) for pricing intelligence. Factor in F.O.B. destination shipping to the specified government destination.

Quality certifications: ISO 9001 registration is often expected. For military-critical applications, AS9100 or similar quality management systems may strengthen your proposal. Maintain traceability documentation for materials and processes.

Small business advantage: As a total small business set-aside, you compete only against other small businesses. Highlight any additional socioeconomic certifications (SDVOSB, HUBZone, WOSB) if applicable, though these do not provide further preference in this total set-aside.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M427T2024. The synopsis contains limited information; the attached solicitation document will specify quantities, delivery schedules, technical requirements, and evaluation criteria.

Critical deadline: Responses are due November 12, 2026. DLA combined synopsis/solicitation responses typically must be submitted through DIBBS or as directed in the solicitation. Verify submission method, any required electronic signatures, and whether quotes must include technical proposals or pricing-only submissions.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →