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59--SOLENOID,ELECTRICAL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), through its Maritime and Weapons Support divisions, is seeking to procure solenoids, electrical. Solenoids are electromechanical devices that convert electrical energy into linear mechanical motion, commonly used in defense systems for valve control, locking mechanisms, actuators, and switching applications. DLA Maritime Columbus handles procurement supporting naval and maritime weapons systems, meaning these components likely support shipboard or submarine applications where reliability in harsh environments is critical.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the requirement and the formal request for offers—vendors can submit bids in response to this single document without waiting for a separate solicitation release.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. To qualify, your firm must:

• Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 334418 (Printed Circuit Assembly [Electronic Assembly] Manufacturing), which is typically 1,000 employees—verify current thresholds at SBA.gov
• Be registered in SAM.gov and hold active status
• Have your small business certification current in your SAM profile
• Fulfill any DLA-specific qualifications for supplying electronic components to defense systems, which may include quality standards and traceability requirements for military-grade parts

The total set-aside means no large business prime bids will be accepted; large businesses may only participate as subcontractors.

How to put together a competitive bid

For electrical solenoids in DLA's weapons and maritime supply chains, competitiveness depends on several factors specific to this commodity:

Technical compliance: DLA electronics procurement typically requires compliance with military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or performance standards. See the solicitation for exact specifications, which may include voltage ranges, duty cycles, environmental sealing, and electromagnetic compatibility requirements. Obtain and review any cited military standards before bidding.

Quality systems: Defense supply of electromechanical components generally requires traceability certificates, material certifications, and adherence to quality management standards. Confirm whether AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification is required or advantageous.

Past performance: DLA evaluates supplier performance history through mechanisms like the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Document relevant experience supplying solenoids or similar electromechanical components to defense or high-reliability applications.

Pricing strategy: Analyze DLA's historical pricing for comparable National Stock Numbers (NSNs) if available through tools like FPDS or GSA Advantage. Total small business set-asides in DLA can attract robust competition—price aggressively but sustainably, considering obsolescence risk for specialized military components.

Proposal completeness: Combined synopsis/solicitations require strict adherence to submission instructions. Missing representations, certifications, or required clauses commonly disqualifies otherwise responsive offers.

Next steps

Access the complete solicitation document on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M527T1560. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and clauses incorporated by reference. Note that offers are due November 9, 2026—calendar this deadline with internal deadlines for pricing, legal review, and submission buffer. Given the specialized nature of military solenoids, allow adequate lead time to confirm supply chain availability and verify your firm can meet any qualification-testing requirements before committing to delivery schedules.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →