65--VENTILATOR,VOLUME,PORT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT MEDICAL.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, Medical division, is seeking a ventilator, volume, portable under solicitation number SPE2DS27Q0026. This is a type of medical device used to provide mechanical ventilation by delivering preset volumes of air or oxygen to patients, with portability allowing for use across care settings including field and transport environments.
Under NAICS 334511, this falls within the Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing sector. However, medical equipment like ventilators is commonly classified here when the manufacturing base overlaps with precision instrument production. DLA Troop Support handles procurement of medical materiel to support military health services and readiness worldwide.
This opportunity is set aside 100% for small business, meaning only qualified small businesses under the size standard for NAICS 334511 may submit offers.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency — Troop Support Medical |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE2DS27Q0026 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026 |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only small businesses may bid on this total small business set-aside. To qualify, your business must meet the size standard for NAICS 334511, which is typically measured by average annual receipts or number of employees depending on the specific product line; check the current size standard on SBA.gov to confirm you qualify.
You must be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) with active registration at time of award, and your registration must accurately reflect your small business status. If you are not currently SAM-registered, begin immediately as processing can take several weeks.
Given DLA's medical supply chain role, potential bidders should also consider whether they hold or can obtain any required FDA clearances for ventilator manufacturing or distribution, and whether they meet DLA's quality assurance and vendor shipment requirements for medical devices. see the solicitation for specific regulatory and technical qualification requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA medical device solicitations, focus on these practical steps:
Technical compliance: Volume-controlled portable ventilators for military use must meet exacting specifications for reliability, battery life, environmental resilience, and interoperability. Review the solicitation's performance specifications carefully against your product's validated capabilities. Do not assume commercial specifications will align with DLA requirements.
Pricing strategy: DLA uses automated best value analysis for many medical solicitations. Research historical pricing for comparable ventilator awards through DLA's eMBS or FPDS data. Factor in packaging, labeling, and transportation costs to DLA distribution points, which differ from commercial logistics.
Small business narrative: While this is a total set-aside, emphasize any additional socioeconomic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a)) if applicable, as these may provide evaluation preference in tie-break scenarios or subcontracting opportunities.
Past performance: Prepare documentation of relevant delivery orders for federal or commercial ventilator/medical device contracts, including on-time delivery rates and quality metrics.
Proposal mechanics: Combined synopsis/solicitation notices often contain simplified procedures—confirm whether this uses RFQ/quote submission or requires a full proposal, and follow exact formatting, signature, and submission portal requirements.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov by searching solicitation number SPE2DS27Q0026 — this notice was posted October 30, 2026, and the complete specifications, clauses, and submission instructions reside only in the SAM record.
Confirm your SAM registration status and update any expiring representations before preparing your offer.
Note the deadline: November 6, 2026 — with an eight-day response window from posting, time is limited. DLA typically does not extend deadlines for standard medical device procurements absent demonstrated technical issues.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →