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59--TRANSFORMER,POWER AUTO

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Maritime Columbus, part of the Defense Logistics Agency's weapons support directorate, is seeking a power auto-transformer. This falls under Federal Supply Classification 59, the category for electrical and electronic equipment components. Power auto-transformers are single-winding transformers used to step voltage up or down, commonly employed in power distribution, testing equipment, and industrial applications where electrical isolation between primary and secondary circuits is not required.

NAICS code 334417 covers electronic connector manufacturing, which includes transformer production within the broader electronic component manufacturing sector.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses, and other qualified entities may compete. DLA typically requires contractors to maintain an active SAM.gov registration and meet any applicable Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements for supply contracts.

Given the NAICS code 334417, manufacturers and distributors of electronic components, electrical transformers, and related power equipment are the most likely competitive bidders. Firms with experience supplying to DLA's land and maritime customers or other defense supply chains may have advantages in understanding packaging, marking, and delivery requirements.

Note that DLA Maritime's ANSWER contract vehicle or other supply programs may affect how this requirement is competed; see the solicitation for any specific ordering mechanisms or pre-qualified supplier lists.

How to put together a competitive bid

For power transformer supply to DLA, focus on these elements:

Technical compliance: Auto-transformers vary significantly in voltage ratings, KVA capacity, phase configuration, and physical form factor. See the solicitation for exact electrical specifications, test standards (likely MIL-STD or commercial equivalents), and any required certifications.

Demanufacturing and traceability: DLA frequently requires country of origin marking, material traceability, and counterfeit avoidance protocols per DFARS 252.246-7007 and related clauses. Document your supply chain controls explicitly.

Pricing structure: Combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically request firm pricing with potential for multi-year or option-period ordering. Evaluate whether your pricing should account for DLA's inventory management practices, including potential minimum order quantities or economic order quantity adjustments.

Past performance: If you have prior DLA delivery experience, highlight on-time delivery rates and quality scores from DLA's Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). First-time DLA bidders should emphasize comparable commercial or other government contract performance.

Packaging and shipment: DLA Maritime requirements often include specific military preservation and packing standards. Confirm whether commercial packaging is acceptable or if MIL-SPEC packaging applies.

Next steps

Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T1332. Review the complete specification, clauses, and delivery requirements. The response deadline is November 2, 2026—allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration updates, proposal preparation, and any required technical data submissions.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →