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61--DISTRIBUTION BOX

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Land and Maritime is procuring distribution boxes under classification code 61 (Electric Wire, and Power and Distribution Equipment). Distribution boxes are electrical enclosures that receive power from a main source and divide it into multiple circuits for distribution to various endpoints. In military and maritime applications, these typically house circuit breakers, bus bars, and terminal connections to manage electrical power distribution aboard vessels, at shore facilities, or in field operations. The NAICS code 335312 indicates this falls under the Motor and Generator Manufacturing industry classification, which encompasses related electrical power distribution equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program specified, meaning any qualified business—regardless of size or socioeconomic status—may submit a bid. However, the absence of a set-aside means small and disadvantaged businesses will compete directly against larger, potentially more established contractors.

Given the NAICS code 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing), eligible bidders should typically:

• Be manufacturers or have established supply chains for electrical distribution equipment
• Hold or be able to obtain necessary quality certifications (see the solicitation for specific requirements)
• Have experience with military specifications or commercial items acceptable to DLA

Contractors unfamiliar with DLA Maritime's requirements should evaluate whether their products meet military standards or if commercial equivalents are acceptable under this solicitation.

How to put together a competitive bid

For electrical distribution equipment sold to DLA Land and Maritime, focus on these competitive elements:

Technical compliance: Verify your distribution boxes meet the precise specifications referenced in the solicitation. Military buyers typically require strict adherence to technical drawings, material standards, and performance ratings. Any deviation, even if functionally equivalent, usually requires explicit approval.

Past performance: Highlight deliveries to DLA, other defense agencies, or comparable industrial customers. Maritime environments impose specific demands—corrosion resistance, shock tolerance, salt spray protection—so demonstrate applicable experience.

Pricing strategy: Without set-aside protections, expect aggressive pricing from incumbent suppliers. Analyze historical pricing for similar NSNs if available. Consider whether offering a long-term production commitment or volume discount strengthens your position.

Quality certifications: DLA suppliers commonly need ISO 9001 registration or equivalent quality systems. Confirm whether specific certifications like MIL-STD compliance or UL listing are required and prominently document these in your proposal.

Lead time and delivery reliability: Defense supply chains prioritize on-time delivery. Realistically assess your production capacity relative to required delivery schedules.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T0182 to obtain technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria
2. Confirm place of performance and any inspection/acceptance requirements once the full documents are available
3. Note the response deadline: October 19, 2026—allow adequate time for proposal preparation, especially if subcontracting for specialized components or testing is necessary
4. Register in SAM if not already active, as this is mandatory for award

View the official notice on SAM.gov →