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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CLOTHING & TEXTILE.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is procuring covers and liners for military helmets. These are textile-based protective components that integrate with standard-issue helmet systems to enhance comfort, fit, and operational effectiveness for service members. DLA Troop Support manages clothing and textile supply chains for the Department of Defense, handling sustained production of uniforms, individual equipment, and related items—this acquisition fits within that portfolio of ongoing sustainment needs.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support – Clothing & Textile |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE1C126Q0449 |
| NAICS | 339113 |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice metadata |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside program, meaning all responsible businesses—regardless of size—may compete. NAICS code 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) governs eligibility. Firms registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS in their profile should verify their classification matches. Small businesses without this NAICS may still bid if they demonstrate capability in textile manufacturing for protective equipment. No HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, or WOSB preference applies; awards will be evaluated on standard competitive factors.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given DLA Troop Support's sustained procurement model, bidders should focus on production capacity, Mil-Spec compliance, and past performance with defense textile contracts:
- Technical compliance: Helmet covers and liners typically must meet military specifications for camouflage patterns, flame resistance, infrared reflectance, and dimensional stability. Obtain the full solicitation to identify exact specification sheets (likely MIL-DTL or related) and any First Article Test requirements.
- Manufacturing documentation: Be prepared to submit Process Control Plans, Material Safety Data Sheets for substrate and coating materials, and lot traceability procedures. DLA inspectors reject shipments with labeling or documentation discrepancies.
- Pricing structure: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices often include automated evaluation against website prices or historical data. Ensure your Catalog Price List and discounted government pricing are current in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) if applicable.
- Delivery schedule: Evaluate surge capacity. DLA Troop Support frequently awards requirements-type contracts with minimum guarantees and maximum ceilings; your proposed lead times and ability to accelerate production matter.
- Past performance: Document similar deliveries to DLA, other defense agencies, or commercial protective equipment customers. Reference completed contracts with comparable technical complexity and volume.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE1C126Q0449. The complete document will specify technical requirements, quantities, delivery schedules, evaluation criteria, and any amendments. Note the response deadline of November 6, 2026—DLA does not typically extend deadlines for routine textile solicitations absent demonstrated technical issues, so plan submission time accordingly. Register or verify your SAM.gov registration is active before preparing your offer.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →