66--MULTIMETER
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime — DLA Weapons Support at Columbus is procuring a multimeter, an electrical measurement instrument used to measure voltage, current, and resistance. This is standard test and measurement equipment commonly used in maintenance, repair, and diagnostic operations, particularly in defense logistics and weapons systems support environments where electrical troubleshooting is routine.
Multimeters in DLA supply chains typically support military maintenance depots, shipyards, and field repair operations. The specific configuration, accuracy class, and any military specifications or commercial equivalents will be defined in the full solicitation documents.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense — Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Maritime Columbus, DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T0747 |
| NAICS | 334515 — Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside entirely for small businesses certified in NAICS 334515, which covers manufacturers of instruments for measuring and testing electrical quantities. To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the Small Business Administration size standard for NAICS 334515 (generally 1,000 employees; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov)
- Register in SAM.gov and maintain active status
- Have the multimeter or qualifying equivalent in your catalog or be able to source it compliant with any specified technical requirements
If you are a small business distributor or manufacturer with multimeter lines, you are eligible to compete. Woman-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, and other small business categories may receive additional evaluation credit if the solicitation includes such provisions. see the solicitation for specifics.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA instrument procurements under combined synopsis/solicitation procedures, consider these steps:
Understand the technical requirements. The solicitation likely references a military specification, federal specification, or commercial item description for the multimeter. Obtain the cited specification document and confirm your product meets all electrical ranges, accuracy tolerances, safety ratings, and connector requirements.
Verify your supply chain and lead time. DLA orders often require rapid fulfillment. Confirm you can meet any delivery schedule and have stock or reliable manufacturing capacity. If offering an equal product, prepare a cross-reference demonstrating equivalence.
Price competitively against DLA's historical data. Research past awards for similar NSNs or part numbers in the DLA procurement history databases. DLA evaluates primarily on price for standard commercial items when technical requirements are met.
Review packaging and marking requirements. Defense supply chain deliveries require specific labeling, barcoding, and sometimes preservative packaging. Non-compliance can cause rejection.
Complete all SAM.gov representations. Ensure your small business representation is current and any socioeconomic certifications are active in your SAM profile.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T0747
- Download all documents, including the specification, statement of work, clauses, and provision selections
- Submit your quote before the October 23, 2026 deadline
Combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically do not allow much time between posting and deadline. With this notice posted October 13, 2026, you have approximately ten days to prepare your response. Begin immediately by retrieving the full package from SAM.gov.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →