63--CONTROL UNIT,ALARM
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is soliciting offers for a control unit, alarm under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 63. This falls under NAICS code 335311, which covers Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing. While control units for alarm systems are the specific item, this NAICS classification indicates work related to electrical equipment manufacturing and assembly.
This is a procurement for the Department of Defense's logistics infrastructure—DLA Troop Support handles construction and equipment supplies for military operations, so this alarm control unit likely supports facilities security, equipment monitoring, or base infrastructure protection. The FAR 19.13 HUBZone set-aside means this opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses located in historically underutilized business zones.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E827T0460 |
| NAICS | 335311 (Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
Only HUBZone-certified small businesses may bid. To qualify, your business must:
- Maintain SBA HUBZone certification at time of offer and award
- Be at least 51% owned and controlled by U.S. citizens, a Community Development Corporation, an agricultural cooperative, an Alaska Native corporation, a Native Hawaiian organization, or an Indian tribe
- Have its principal office located in a designated HUBZone, with 35% of employees residing in HUBZones
- Meet size standards for NAICS 335311 ($1,000 employee cap for small business; SBA size table should be verified)
Your firm must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration and HUBZone socioeconomic status. DLA contracting officers typically verify certification through SBA's dynamic database—do not rely on expired or pending certification.
How to put together a competitive bid
For alarm control unit manufacturing under HUBZone set-aside:
Technical compliance: Obtain the full solicitation to determine exact specifications for the control unit, alarm—electrical ratings, communication protocols, environmental certifications (MIL-STD if applicable), and interoperability requirements. FSC 63 items often require National Stock Number alignment and Defense Logistics Management Standards compliance.
Past performance: DLA Troop Support favors suppliers with prior DLA or defense equipment contracts. Document any deliveries of FSC 63 items, electrical control equipment, or alarm systems to federal customers. If you lack direct experience, highlight subcontractor relationships or manufacturing capabilities with comparable commercial products.
Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar NSN items in DLA's Electronic Catalog (ECAT) or past awards database. HUBZone set-asides reduce competition, but DLA still evaluates price against independent government estimates. Factor in Berry Amendment compliance if domestic-source requirements apply to electronic components.
Quality assurance: Prepare your Quality Assurance Program description. DLA typically requires ISO 9001 or equivalent quality systems for electrical equipment. Identify your testing capabilities for alarm system functionality and reliability.
HUBZone subcontracting: If you plan to use subcontractors, ensure they maintain HUBZone status where required to preserve set-aside eligibility.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E827T0460—the combined synopsis/solicitation contains specifications, delivery requirements, packaging standards, and clause provisions not shown in metadata
- Verify your HUBZone certification is active in SBA's system
- Confirm SAM.gov registration is current through at least award date
- Submit your offer by November 12, 2026—DLA Troop Support deadlines are typically firm with limited exception authority
Contact the contracting officer listed in the full solicitation with questions; do not delay, as responses required before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →