59--SWITCH,THERMOSTATIC
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) is soliciting bids for thermostatic switches, classified under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 59 — Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components. These components are electromechanical devices that open or close electrical circuits in response to temperature changes, commonly used in thermal management, safety systems, and environmental controls across military platforms.
Thermostatic switches serve critical functions in military applications: preventing overheating in engines and electronics, controlling HVAC systems in vessels and vehicles, and protecting sensitive equipment from thermal damage. DLA Maritime and DLA Weapons Support typically procure these for Navy ships, submarines, and weapons systems where reliability under harsh maritime conditions is essential.
This procurement falls under NAICS code 334512 — Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use, though in this case applied to military-grade equipment. Small businesses in electronic component manufacturing, electromechanical switch production, or military supply distribution should evaluate this opportunity.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Dept of Defense · Defense Logistics Agency · DLA Maritime · DLA Maritime Columbus · DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U1083 |
| NAICS | 334512 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses certified in NAICS 334512 under the Small Business Administration's size standards. The "Total" set-aside means no large business participation is permitted — neither as prime contractor nor through ostensible subcontracting arrangements.
To qualify, your business must:
- Register and maintain active status in SAM.gov
- Secure a valid DUNS/UEI and CAGE code
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 334512 (typically 1,000 employees; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov)
- Demonstrate past performance supplying thermostatic switches or comparable electromechanical components, ideally to military or aerospace customers
Preference goes to bidders with experience navigating DLA's Technical Data Packages (TDPs), First Article Testing requirements, and MIL-spec compliance documentation common in FSC 59 procurements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements: Thermostatic switches for maritime/weapons applications likely require military-grade specifications — shock resistance, corrosion protection, specified temperature ranges, and possibly QPL (Qualified Products List) status. Download the full solicitation to identify exact part numbers, referenced MIL specs, and performance standards.
Validate your supply chain: If you're not the original manufacturer, confirm your distribution agreement authorizes government sales. DLA increasingly scrutinizes supply chain authenticity for electronic components due to counterfeit risks.
Price strategically: DLA Maritime Columbus contracts often use firm-fixed pricing with multi-year or option-period structures. Analyze DLA's Federal Logistics Information Service (FLIS) pricing history if available, and factor in Packaging, Preservation, and Marking requirements per MIL-STD-2073.
Prepare required deliverables: Anticipate submissions including technical proposals, pricing breakdowns, and possibly samples for First Article inspection. Ensure your ISO 9001 or AS9100 certifications are current.
Leverage small business resources: Consider SBA's Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) for bid review, and verify whether this qualifies under DLA's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Manufacturing Engineering Program tie-ins.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1083
- Review all attachments, including specifications, drawings, and delivery requirements not provided in this synopsis
- Confirm your SAM registration renewal status — expired registrations disqualify bids
- Submit questions through SAM.gov's Q&A function well before the deadline; allow time for government response
- Submit your offer by November 17, 2026 — late submissions are inadmissible without compelling excuse
Given the 15-day posting-to-deadline window, act promptly to evaluate technical fit and begin pricing analysis.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →