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59--DELAY LINE

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Wed, 18 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), through its Maritime Weapons Support office in Columbus, is procuring delay lines. Delay lines are electronic components that introduce controlled time delays to electrical or acoustic signals. In defense applications, these devices are typically used in radar systems, electronic warfare equipment, communications gear, and signal processing systems where precise timing manipulation is critical.

This acquisition falls under Federal Supply Classification 59—Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components. The DLA Maritime supply chain manages spare and repair parts for naval weapons systems and related platforms, so these delay lines likely support maintenance and sustainment of existing military electronics rather than new development programs.

Key facts

Who can bid

Only firms that meet all three criteria may bid:

1. Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) — at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens
2. SBA Certified — active certification in the SBA's WOSB program (either through SBA's online system or an approved third-party certifier as of the offer date)
3. Small business under NAICS 334419 — the specific size standard for this code applies; check current SBA size standards for Other Electronic Component Manufacturing

The FAR 19.15 set-aside means the contracting officer has determined a reasonable expectation that two or more WOSBs will submit offers, with award made at a fair market price. Non-WOSB firms, including self-certified but not SBA-certified WOSBs, are ineligible.

If you hold WOSB certification, verify it is current and not pending expiration before the response deadline.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand DLA's buying patterns for electronic components. DLA Maritime typically purchases to military specifications or commercial items acceptable to military applications. Review whether the delay line requires QPL (Qualified Products List) listing, MIL-PRF compliance, or other defense-specific qualifications. see the solicitation for exact technical requirements.

Address packaging and marking requirements. DLA supply chains enforce strict MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130 standards for defense shipments. Missing bar codes, RFID tags, or proper unit container markings are common grounds for rejection or payment withholding.

Confirm your manufacturing and supply chain. For NAICS 334419, DLA may require Domestic Non-Availability Determination review or compliance with Berry Amendment provisions if the delay line contains specialty metals or other restricted materials. Document U.S. manufacturing or acceptable country of origin.

Price competitively against historical DLA purchases. DLA contracting officers often have access to recent purchase data for similar National Stock Numbers. Research prior awards through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS.

Submit through proper electronic channels. DLA awards most component contracts through DIBBS or as directed in the solicitation—not through SAM.gov bidding directly.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1168 to obtain technical specifications, quantity, delivery requirements, and packaging instructions.

2. Note the deadline: Offers are due November 18, 2026 — a relatively short 15-day window from posting. Confirm whether this allows adequate time for specification review, sourcing, and proposal preparation.

3. Verify WOSB certification status in the SBA certification system before preparing your offer; inactive or pending certification will result in disqualification regardless of price or technical merit.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →