59--SWITCH,PRESSURE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Maritime Columbus is soliciting offers for pressure switches under DLA Weapons Support. Pressure switches are electromechanical devices that open or close electrical contacts when a specific fluid pressure threshold is reached. They are used across military platforms for monitoring and control systems in hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and lubrication applications.
As a DLA Maritime procurement, this likely supports shipboard systems—propulsion machinery, auxiliary systems, or weapons platforms—though see the solicitation for specific technical requirements, quantities, and approved manufacturers or part numbers.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M827Q0008 |
| NAICS | 335313 – Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is strictly reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To qualify, your firm must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have management and daily business operations controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have a service-connected disability rating from the VA or Department of Defense
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 335313 ($1,000 employee threshold)
- Be registered and verified in SAM.gov with current SDVOSB certification
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand DLA's procurement patterns. DLA Maritime typically buys to military specifications (MIL-SPECs) or commercial item descriptions. Pressure switches in this commodity class often require strict conformance to specific dimensional, electrical, and environmental standards. Review the solicitation for the exact specification or national stock number (NSN).
Supplier and sourcing strategy. If you are not a manufacturer, secure your supply chain early. DLA frequently requires Brand Name or Equal products, or may restrict sources to Qualified Products List (QPL) suppliers. Identify whether the requirement is manufacturer-specific or permits alternate sources. If substitutes are allowed, prepare technical data proving equivalency.
Pricing discipline. DLA awards primarily on price for established commercial items. Research historical pricing through FPDS or DLA's Internet Bid Bond System (DIBBS) for comparable pressure switch awards. Account for packaging, marking, and shipping to DLA's distribution depots.
Small business compliance. Ensure your SAM.gov entity registration reflects active SDVOSB status and that any required representations are current. DLA may request verification through the VA's Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database.
Technical submission completeness. DLA synopsis/solicitations often require specific data elements: technical proposal, pricing schedule, and any required certifications. Missing items frequently cause disqualification.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation document in SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M827Q0008. Confirm the complete technical requirements, any quantity information, packaging specifications, and all evaluation factors. Note that responses are due October 30, 2026—verify the exact time of day and submission method in the solicitation, as DLA typically requires electronic submission through DIBBS or ASVAC for set-aside awards.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →