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59--INSERT,ELECTRICAL CONN

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Wed, 21 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is procuring electrical connector inserts under Federal Supply Classification 59 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components). These are components used to create reliable electrical connections in various military systems and equipment.

NAICS code 334417 covers the manufacturing of electronic connectors—devices that join electrical circuits together. This includes pin and socket configurations, coaxial connectors, and fiber optic connectors used in aerospace, maritime, and ground vehicle applications. DLA Maritime Columbus typically sources items that support Navy and Marine Corps platforms, as well as other DoD components requiring ruggedized electrical components that meet military specifications.

For this type of procurement, the government generally seeks items that conform to established military standards (MIL-STD or MIL-SPEC) for performance, environmental resistance, and interchangeability. Common requirements include specific contact arrangements, shell sizes, plating materials, and temperature ratings. See the solicitation for exact part numbers, quantities, and technical specifications.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses under SBA size standards. For NAICS 334417, the Small Business Administration's size standard is 1,000 employees. Your business must:

• Be a small business concern as defined by SBA regulations
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have the appropriate NAICS code in your SAM profile
• Meet any additional DLA requirements for source approval or qualification

Manufacturers of electronic connectors or distributors who meet the small business threshold and can provide items meeting military specifications should evaluate this opportunity. If you are not the original manufacturer, you may need to demonstrate supply chain legitimacy and traceability—common requirements for DLA procurement of electrical components.

How to put together a competitive bid

Verify technical capability early. Download the solicitation from SAM.gov to identify the exact National Stock Number (NSN), military specification (such as MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, or MIL-DTL-26482), and any qualified products list (QPL) requirements. DLA Land and Maritime frequently requires QPL status for electrical connectors.

Confirm supply chain documentation. Be prepared to provide certificates of conformance, material certifications, and traceability documentation back to the original manufacturer. Counterfeit prevention is a priority for DLA.

Review pricing history. Check the DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS for historical awarded prices for the same or similar NSNs. This helps you understand competitive price points and whether your cost structure supports a winning bid.

Evaluate delivery requirements. DLA often requires performance-based delivery schedules with specific use of DLA's Electronic Data Systems. Understand ship-to locations and any special packaging or labeling requirements (MIL-STD-129, RFID).

Assess small business certification value. While this is a total small business set-aside, maintaining additional certifications (HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB) can strengthen your position for future opportunities with DLA.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M527Q0035
2. Verify the response deadline of October 21, 2026—DLA Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically have short turnaround times; confirm whether this is a firm date or if amendments have adjusted it
3. Register or update your SAM.gov profile with NAICS 334417 if you haven't already
4. Source the exact technical requirements and confirm your ability to meet specifications before committing proposal resources

View the official notice on SAM.gov →