73--DISHWASHING MACHINE,CO
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT SUBSISTENCE.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Tue, 13 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is procuring a commercial dishwashing machine. This falls under DLA's subsistence category, which supplies foodservice equipment and related items to military dining facilities, mess halls, and other food service operations across the Armed Forces. Commercial dishwashing machines in this context are typically conveyor-style or door-type machines designed for high-volume institutional use, capable of handling the sanitation requirements and throughput demands of military feeding operations. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, capacity specifications, and any required certifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support — Subsistence |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE3SE27Q0013 |
| NAICS | 333241 — Food Product Machinery Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 13, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under NAICS 333241 (Food Product Machinery Manufacturing), with the Small Business Administration's size standard currently set at 500 employees for this code. Your business must be certified as small in SAM.gov and meet this size standard at the time of offer.
To compete, you must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration, and your entity should be designated as a small business in your profile. If you're a manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment including dishwashers, or a small business distributor with manufacturer partnerships, you may qualify. DLA typically requires offers for commercial items to cite a Commercially Available Off-The-Shelf (COTS) product with published catalog pricing. See the solicitation for any additional qualification requirements such as ISO certifications, NSF/ANSI sanitation standards compliance, or past performance criteria.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA commercial item acquisitions, focus on these elements:
Pricing structure: DLA acquisitions typically use competition at the line-item level. Submit your best commercial pricing with adequate detail on list price, discount structure, and any quantity breaks. Ensure your pricing accounts for DLA's standard terms including prompt payment discounts and any required freight arrangements.
Product specification compliance: Verify your dishwashing machine meets or exceeds any referenced military or federal specifications. Common requirements include NSF/ANSI 3 commercial warewashing certification and compliance with energy/water efficiency standards. See the solicitation for the specific specification sheet.
Delivery and lead time: DLA Troop Support awards require reliable delivery to various CONUS and OCONUS locations. Be precise about your production lead times and shipping capabilities. Shorter, guaranteed lead times often score favorably.
Past performance: Prepare documentation of similar commercial or government sales, particularly to federal foodservice operations, military exchanges, or institutional customers.
Small business representation: Ensure your SAM.gov small business status is current and that you complete all required representations and certifications accurately.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE3SE27Q0013
- Note the deadline: October 13, 2026 — with a posting date of October 9, 2026, this is an extremely short response window typical of streamlined commercial item acquisitions
- Review the attached specifications, clauses, and delivery requirements in their entirety
- Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and your small business status is current
- Confirm your supply chain can support any stated delivery requirements before committing
View the official notice on SAM.gov →