66--METER,SPECIAL SCALE
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 soliciting bids for a special scale meter (NSN 6645, classification code 66). This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement and the formal request for proposals—qualified offerors may submit bids directly in response.
The NAICS code for this procurement is 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals). This code covers instruments and test equipment used for measurement and analysis. A "meter, special scale" typically refers to a precision measuring device with customized graduations or calibration for specific technical applications, often used in military maintenance, repair, and operational support. The "special scale" designation indicates non-standard markings tailored to particular measurement ranges or units required by DLA's defense customers.
See the solicitation for specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, and any technical drawings.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Maritime Columbus, DLA Land and Maritime |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T0173 |
| NAICS | 334515 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This contract is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS 334515. To qualify, your business must:
- Be certified as small under the SBA size standard for NAICS 334515 (1,000 employees)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through the award period
- Have the applicable NAICS code in your SAM profile
- Meet any applicable technical qualifications specified in the solicitation
No specific certifications beyond small business status are indicated in the metadata. If your firm produces or distributes precision measuring instruments, electrical test equipment, or custom-calibrated meters for industrial or military applications, you may qualify.
How to put together a competitive bid
For instrument manufacturing and supply contracts against DLA, consider these specifics:
Technical compliance: Special scale meters require precise adherence to calibration standards and marking specifications. Verify you can meet or exceed any MIL-STD or commercial item description cited. If you're a distributor rather than manufacturer, confirm your supplier's ability to produce to spec and document traceability.
Past performance: DLA evaluates reliability heavily. Prepare evidence of on-time delivery and quality acceptance on similar contracts, especially if you've supplied DLA or other DoD components previously.
Pricing strategy: DLA Land and Maritime awards frequently on lowest technically acceptable price. Scrutinize the solicitation for exact evaluation criteria—weigh aggressive pricing against minimum technical thresholds.
SLA and lead time: DLA supply contracts often include strict delivery windows. Confirm your production or procurement capacity against required dates. Late delivery can trigger significant penalties and hurt future performance ratings.
Packaging and labeling: Military NSN items require specific MIL-STD packaging and marking. Budget for compliant packaging if this applies; costs can be material for precision instruments.
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Next steps
- Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T0173
- Review technical specifications, quantities, delivery schedule, and evaluation criteria in the attached documents
- Confirm your SAM registration is active and includes NAICS 334515
- Prepare and submit your offer no later than October 19, 2026
The short 13-day response window from posting suggests urgency—review requirements immediately to assess feasibility.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →