59--RELAY,LANTERN
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime branch is seeking to procure relay and lantern equipment under FSC 59 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components). This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the requirement and the formal vehicle for offer submission.
Relays and lantern-related electrical components are standard requirements for military maritime operations. Lantern assemblies typically provide warning, signal, or illumination functions on vessels and at shore facilities, while relays serve as electrically operated switches within broader systems. DLA Maritime commonly purchases such items to support Navy and Coast Guard vessel maintenance, depot-level repair operations, and fleet readiness.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – Weapons Support (Columbus) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U1082 |
| NAICS | 335314 – Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Due to the unrestricted nature of this procurement, businesses of any size may compete, including small businesses that do not hold any socioeconomic certification.
Who can bid
Any qualified manufacturer or supplier capable of producing or sourcing electrical relays and lantern equipment to military specifications may submit an offer. NAICS 335314 covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing relays (including industrial control relays, solid-state relays, and relay boards) and other industrial controls and control accessories.
Because this is a DLA procurement, bidders should anticipate standard defense contracting requirements including, but not limited to:
- Compliance with applicable military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or commercial item descriptions
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses
- Contractor registration in SAM.gov with active status
- Past performance documentation or capability statements
Manufacturers with existing DLA supply arrangements or experience with FSC 59 items may have operational advantages, but no set-aside restrictions limit participation.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted DLA Maritime electrical component contracts, competitiveness typically depends on technical compliance, price, and delivery performance.
Technical compliance: Obtain the full specification requirements from the solicitation. DLA often cites detailed military specifications for relays (such as MIL-PRF-6106 for electromechanical relays or MIL-S-22885 for switchboard indicating lights) and lantern assemblies. Deviations from specified requirements usually result in rejection unless explicitly approved.
Pricing strategy: DLA routinely performs price analyses against historical paid prices and market data. Submit your most competitive pricing upfront—negotiation room is limited in simplified acquisition procedures.
Delivery and packaging: Confirm required delivery schedules and unit pack quantities. DLA Maritime Columbus typically requires compliance with MIL-STD-129 for marking and MIL-STD-2073-1 for packaging.
Quality certifications: Verify whether the solicitation requires ISO 9001 certification, QSLD (Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors) status, or JCP (Joint Certification Program) access for drawing retrieval.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1082. Review all technical specifications, clauses, and delivery requirements before preparing your offer. Submit all required documentation by November 17, 2026—late submissions will not be considered for this requirement.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →