66--TEST SET,ELECTRICAL CA
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime is procuring test sets for electrical equipment through DLA Weapons Support. This falls under Federal Supply Classification 66, which covers instruments and laboratory equipment. Specifically, NAICS 334412 refers to bare printed circuit board manufacturing, though in DLA procurement contexts this classification is sometimes used more broadly for test equipment and related electronics. The government needs electrical test sets—specialized equipment used to diagnose, calibrate, or verify electrical systems and components.
DLA Maritime supports Navy and Marine Corps weapons systems, so this equipment likely supports maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations for naval vessels and associated platforms. Test sets in this category can include multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, or dedicated diagnostic hardware for specific weapons or navigation systems.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U1066 |
| NAICS | 334412 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved entirely for small businesses under the Small Business Set-Aside – Total program. To compete, your business must:
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 334412 (1,000 employees)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have any required DLA-related certifications or supplier codes
No specific socioeconomic set-aside (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) applies—any qualified small business may bid. If you are a non-manufacturer, SBA non-manufacturer rules may apply; see the solicitation for any brand name requirements or exceptions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand DLA's delivery requirements. DLA contracts typically require strict adherence to Military Standard (MIL-STD) specifications and logistics processes. Review whether the solicitation calls for First Article Testing or direct delivery.
Verify your supply chain capabilities. For electrical test equipment, government buyers often require traceability, calibration certificates, and domestic sourcing compliance. Check for:
- Buy American Act or Trade Agreements Act applicability
- DFARS specialty metals restrictions if applicable
- Calibration standards (NIST-traceable or MIL-STD)
Price competitively against DLA's historical data. DLA uses automated tools to evaluate pricing reasonableness. Research past awards for similar NSNs or solicitations under FSC 66.
Assess your technical documentation. Be prepared to provide: technical manuals, test reports, reliability data (MTBF), and environmental operating specifications. DLA may require data rights determinations.
Review packaging and marking requirements. DLA has detailed military packaging specifications that can affect your total evaluated price.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1066
- Download all attachments, including specifications, packaging requirements, and evaluation criteria
- Note the firm response deadline of November 17, 2026—DLA typically does not accept late submissions
- Register or update your SAM.gov profile if needed, and confirm your small business size status in your SAM profile matches NAICS 334412
- Submit questions through the SAM.gov messaging function if any requirements are unclear
View the official notice on SAM.gov →