47--STRAINER ELEMENT,SEDIM
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Maritime is procuring strainer elements for sediment filtration—components used in fluid systems to trap particulate matter and protect downstream equipment. These are consumable maintenance items typically found in shipboard engineering systems, fuel handling, or hydraulic circuits where clean fluid flow is critical to operational readiness.
This is a straightforward procurement of a standardized industrial product under DLA's normal stock replenishment model. The Defense Logistics Agency manages these buys through its supply chains to maintain inventory availability for military customers.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Maritime (Defense Logistics Agency) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M427T1373 |
| NAICS | 332996 — Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible offerors—no small-business set-aside applies. Manufacturers and distributors of industrial filtration products with the capacity to produce or supply strainer elements meeting military specifications may compete.
Under NAICS 332996, eligible businesses typically include:
- Manufacturers of fabricated metal pipe fittings and related components
- Suppliers with experience in fluid filtration or marine engineering products
- Firms capable of meeting defense contract quality requirements (see the solicitation for specific standards)
Small businesses may still compete, but they will face competition from large manufacturers and established DLA suppliers. If you are a small business, consider whether you have existing experience with DLA's ordering systems, Technical Data Packages, and quality assurance processes.
How to put together a competitive bid
For an open, product-based DLA procurement, focus your preparation on:
Technical compliance: Obtain the full technical specifications from the solicitation. DLA Maritime purchases for naval applications often require adherence to military standards (MIL-STD or MIL-PRF) or specific engineering drawings. Verify you can produce or source the exact item described.
Pricing strategy: Research DLA's historical pricing for similar strainer elements through tools like the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) databases or FPDS reports. Open competitions with no set-aside tend to be price-sensitive; your direct material and labor costs must be competitive with high-volume producers.
Past performance: If this is your first DLA contract, emphasize comparable commercial or government experience with filtration products. DLA evaluates supplier capability to deliver consistently against technical requirements.
Inspection and acceptance: Understand DLA's inspection protocols for received goods. Defective or non-conforming items result in rejection and can damage future eligibility.
System registration: Confirm your SAM.gov registration is active, your CAGE code is current, and any required DLA-specific qualifications (see the solicitation) are complete before submitting.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M427T1373 to obtain item specifications, quantities, packaging requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Note the deadline: Responses are due October 29, 2026. DLA Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically require relatively rapid turnaround; allow adequate time for internal review and submission.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →