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47--TUBE,METALLIC

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Maritime Columbus is procuring metallic tubes through the Defense Logistics Agency's weapons support channel. The classification code 47 corresponds to hardware and abrasive products in the DLA supply system. This is a routine stock replenishment acquisition for the defense supply chain, where DLA manages inventory for military maintenance and repair operations.

NAICS code 326122 designates plastics pipe, pipe fitting, and unlaminated profile shape manufacturing. While the title specifies "metallic" tubes, this NAICS classification may reflect commercial supply chains where manufacturers produce multiple product lines, or it may indicate tubing with specialized coatings or composite construction. Offerors should verify their eligibility under this NAICS classification when reviewing the full solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small business concerns under the total small business set-aside program. To qualify, a business must meet the size standard associated with NAICS 326122, which uses the Small Business Administration's employee-based or receipts-based thresholds for this industry classification.

Eligible bidders must be:

• Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration
• Certified as small for this NAICS code
• Capable of meeting DLA's technical and delivery requirements for metallic tubing

Businesses should confirm their SAM registration is current and that their size self-certification aligns with SBA requirements. Past performance with DLA or defense logistics contracts may strengthen competitiveness but is not a stated prerequisite.

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA combined synopsis/solicitation awards, pricing and delivery typically drive selection. Consider these specifics:

Understand DLA's supply chain expectations. DLA Maritime operates on tight turnaround for fleet readiness. Review whether the solicitation specifies First Article Testing, source inspection, or direct delivery to depot locations.

Verify NAICS alignment. If your primary manufacturing differs from code 326122, examine the solicitation's product description carefully. You may need to document how your metallic tube production qualifies under this classification.

Price aggressively but sustainably. DLA awards frequently go to lowest-price technically acceptable offerors. Research historical pricing for similar national stock numbers through DLA's eProcurement system or FPDS data. Factor in Material Availability Agreements if DLA requires guaranteed supply continuity.

Address technical requirements precisely. Tubing specifications may include alloy composition, wall thickness tolerances, surface finish, and conformance to military or ASTM standards. see the solicitation for exact technical data package requirements.

Small business advantages. As a total set-aside, you compete only against other eligible small businesses. Highlight any HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB certifications if secondary socioeconomic opportunities apply, though none are indicated in the metadata.

Next steps

• Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M227T0551
• Review all technical specifications, packaging requirements, and delivery terms — these are not available in the synopsis metadata
• Confirm place of performance and any geographic restrictions in the solicitation documents
• Submit your offer before 11:59 PM ET on November 9, 2026

DLA frequently does not entertain late submissions. Allow time for SAM technical issues or required documentation uploads. Consider contacting the contracting officer listed in the solicitation with clarifying questions well before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →