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53--SEAL,PLAIN ENCASED

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking to purchase plain encased seals for weapons systems support. These are typically mechanical seals used in fluid or pressure containment applications within military equipment. Seals in this category are generally constructed with a metal outer casing and an inner sealing element (often rubber or polymer) to provide secure, leak-resistant performance in demanding operational environments.

This procurement falls under NAICS 339991: Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing, which covers manufacturers of gaskets, packing products, and various sealing devices used across aerospace, defense, industrial, and automotive applications.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under the Small Business Administration's size standards for NAICS 339991. To qualify, your business must:

• Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 339991 (see current threshold at SBA.gov)
• Be registered and active in SAM.gov
• Have any required DUNS/UEI and NCAGE codes for defense contracting
• Be positioned to supply plain encased seals meeting DLA's quality and delivery requirements

No specific socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required beyond small business status. See the solicitation for any additional eligibility requirements such as Quality Assurance standards or Source Approval procedures common for DLA weapons support items.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand DLA's requirements: Plain encased seals for weapons systems typically require strict adherence to military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or performance standards. Review the solicitation for specific part numbers, dimensions, material compositions, and testing requirements. DLA Land Columbus often references National Stock Numbers (NSNs) and technical drawings.

Verify your manufacturing capabilities: Ensure your production process can achieve the tolerances and material specifications required. Weapons support seals demand high reliability given their critical application in military systems.

Pricing strategy: DLA procurements are often price-competitive with emphasis on lowest responsible bidder. Analyze your material costs (metal casings, elastomer compounds), labor, and overhead carefully. Consider whether you can leverage small business advantages in DLA's evaluation.

Past performance and delivery: DLA evaluates contractor reliability. Document your on-time delivery history and quality metrics. Be realistic about lead times for raw materials and production.

Technical proposal elements: See the solicitation for required proposal components. Typical DLA bids require technical data, delivery schedules, and certification of compliance with applicable specifications.

Submit through SAM.gov: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically require electronic submission through the SAM.gov workspace. Confirm submission method and any required formats in the full solicitation.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L427U0074. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means the notice contains both the procurement synopsis and the full solicitation documents, likely including specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria critical for preparing your bid.

Note the deadline: November 2, 2026. Allow adequate time for proposal preparation, internal review, and SAM.gov submission. DLA deadlines are typically firm with limited exceptions. Verify whether the deadline reflects local Columbus, Ohio time or another time zone, as this affects final submission timing.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →