59--SWITCH,TOGGLE
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 division is procuring toggle switches for weapons support. Toggle switches are electromechanical components used to control the flow of electricity in a circuit—commonly found in control panels, instrumentation, and military equipment where reliable manual switching is required.
DLA Maritime, operating through DLA Weapons Support at Columbus, handles procurement of spare parts and supplies for Navy and Marine Corps weapons systems. This acquisition falls under DLA's broader mission of sustainment logistics for the Department of Defense.
Classification code 59 indicates this is an "Electrical and Electronic Equipment Components" procurement, consistent with switch-type items. The specific technical requirements—voltage ratings, configurations, environmental specifications, and military standards compliance—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Agency | Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Maritime Columbus, DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U1016 |
| NAICS | 334419 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
NAICS 334419 covers "Other Electronic Component Manufacturing," including manufacturers of switches, connectors, and similar electronic components not classified elsewhere. This code entails production of components that meet military specifications (MIL-SPEC) and reliability standards essential for defense applications.
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any responsible source—large manufacturers, small businesses, or nontraditional defense contractors—may submit offers if they can meet the technical and delivery requirements.
Small businesses capable of producing MIL-SPEC toggle switches should still consider bidding. DLA frequently awards to small businesses in component manufacturing, and competition may be lighter than set-aside procurements due to fewer participants. A small business with existing defense contracts or QPL (Qualified Products List) status for similar switches would be particularly competitive.
Foreign entities: Defense procurements typically require domestic sourcing or compliance with Buy American/Berry Amendment provisions. See the solicitation for any exceptions or approved sources.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify QPL status. DLA component solicitations often require parts listed on the Qualified Products List for the applicable military specification. Check whether your toggle switches—or those you can source—appear on the relevant QPL for the switch type specified.
Confirm traceability and documentation. Weapons support items demand lot traceability, certificates of conformance, and sometimes test reports. Prepare to provide material certifications and evidence of compliance with MIL-STD testing for shock, vibration, and environmental exposure.
Review DLA's Electronic Catalog (ECAT) and Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). The solicitation may reference a National Stock Number (NSN) or part number. Cross-reference your product offering against established FLIS data to ensure exact equivalency or approved substitution.
Examine delivery terms. DLA Maritime Columbus procurement may involve direct delivery to depot locations or military end users. Clarify shipping, packaging, and marking requirements, which are typically stringent for electronics.
Price strategically. In full and open competition without set-asides, large manufacturers may have economies of scale. Small bidders should evaluate whether niche capabilities—faster delivery, lower minimum orders, or hard-to-find legacy configurations—justify a competitive position.
Next steps
Read the full Combined Synopsis/Solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1016. The notice was posted November 2, 2026; verify whether amendments have been issued since posting.
Submit all required documentation well before the November 17, 2026 deadline. DLA solicitations typically require registration in the Defense Logistics Agency's systems and may mandate electronic submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) rather than SAM.gov alone—confirm submission method in the full solicitation documents.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →