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59--RELAY,ELECTROMAGNETIC

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus office is contracting for relay, electromagnetic components under Federal Supply Classification 59 (electrical and electronic equipment). Electromagnetic relays are electrically operated switches used to control circuits with a low-power signal or where multiple circuits must be controlled simultaneously. In defense applications, these components typically support weapons systems, shipboard electrical systems, communications equipment, or other mission-critical military hardware requiring reliable switching under demanding conditions.

DLA Maritime is the contracting activity responsible for supporting Navy and Marine Corps requirements, so this procurement likely involves stocking these items in the defense supply chain for fleet maintenance and repair operations.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is an unrestricted procurement with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of all sizes may compete. The NAICS code 335314 corresponds to "Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing" — manufacturers of electromagnetic relays, industrial controls, and related switching equipment.

To bid, your firm should:

• Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration
• Hold current NAICS 335314 in your SAM profile
• Be prepared to meet DLA's technical and quality requirements for defense-grade components, which typically include conformance to military specifications or standards
• Have or be able to obtain any required Cage Code and demonstrate supply chain traceability for defense applications

Small businesses without manufacturing capabilities should note that this is full and open competition against large established defense suppliers.

How to put together a competitive bid

For electromagnetic relay procurements through DLA, competitiveness depends on precise technical compliance and supply chain reliability:

Technical compliance: See the solicitation for exact part numbers, military specifications (such as MIL-PRF or MIL-SPEC standards), and performance parameters. DLA procurements typically require strict adherence to approved sources and technical data packages.

Pricing strategy: DLA uses long-term contracts and demand-based pricing models. Research historical pricing for similar NSNs (National Stock Numbers) through DLA's public tools. Account for minimum order quantities and packaging requirements, which see the solicitation will specify.

Quality认证: Expect requirements for ISO 9001, AS9100, or comparable quality systems. Defense-grade relays may require Counterfeit Avoidance/Detection protocols and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMSMS) reporting.

Past performance: Highlight experience supplying to DLA, other DoD components, or comparable high-reliability industries (aerospace, nuclear, medical). Document on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance history.

Small business positioning: Without a set-aside, consider subcontracting relationships or teaming if you lack full manufacturing capacity. Alternatively, evaluate whether your firm qualifies for any socioeconomic preferences in other respects.

Next steps

Download the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U0998. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors carefully — relay procurements often contain detailed electrical and environmental testing requirements not visible in the synopsis.

Note the deadline: Responses are due November 16, 2026, which provides limited turnaround from the November 1, 2026 posting date. Allow time for any SAM registration updates, technical data review, and proposal preparation. DLA typically does not extend deadlines for straightforward stock item procurements.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →