81--DRUM,SHIPPING AND STOR
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime is seeking a contractor to supply drums for shipping and storage. This is a set-aside procurement for the HUBZone small-business program under FAR 19.13. DLA Maritime Columbus, part of DLA Weapons Support, is handling this acquisition.
Shipping and storage drums are standard industrial containers used by the Department of Defense for packaging, transporting, and storing various materials and supplies. These are typically steel or fiber drums meeting military specifications for durability and compatibility with DLA's supply chain operations. The "81" classification code indicates this falls within DLA's hardware and abrasives supply chain category.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE . DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY . DLA MARITIME . DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS . DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M227T0626 |
| NAICS | 332439 |
| Set-aside | Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only certified HUBZone small businesses may bid. To qualify, your business must:
- Be located in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone and maintain its principal office there
- Have 35% or more of employees residing in a HUBZone
- Be small under the NAICS 332439 size standard
- Hold active HUBZone certification in SAM.gov at the time of offer and award
NAICS 332439 covers "Other Metal Container Manufacturing," including industrial shipping containers like drums, pails, and similar products. If your firm manufactures or distributes these items and meets HUBZone requirements, you may be eligible.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify certification status immediately. HUBZone certification must be active; protests of eligibility are common in DLA competitions. Log into SAM.gov and confirm your HUBZone status shows "Active" with no pending recertification issues.
Understand DLA's technical requirements. Drums for military use typically must comply with specific federal or military specifications (MIL-SPEC). See the full solicitation for required specifications, testing protocols, and quality assurance provisions. DLA often references standards from the Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST) system.
Pricing strategy considerations. DLA Maritime contracts frequently involve long-term requirements with scheduled deliveries. Review whether this is a one-time buy or multi-year requirement. Factor in material costs, particularly steel or fiber pricing volatility. DLA's electronic catalog system (FED LOG) may provide historical pricing context.
Past performance documentation. Prepare relevant experience references, especially prior DLA or defense supply contracts for similar containers. Document your quality control processes and any ISO certifications.
Submit through DLA's electronic systems. Most DLA procurements use DIBBS (DLA Internet Bid Board System). Ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and your DIBBS account is active.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M227T0626. The response deadline is November 12, 2026. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors carefully before preparing your offer. SAM.gov will contain the complete solicitation package, any amendments, and instructions for submission.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →