93--BREATHER CLOTH
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking breather cloth, a specialized textile material used in military manufacturing and maintenance operations. Breather cloth is a porous fabric typically used in composite manufacturing processes—particularly in vacuum bagging operations where it helps distribute pressure and allows air and volatiles to escape during curing of resin-based components. This type of material supports equipment maintenance and production across military branches.
DLA Troop Support manages the procurement and supply chain for critical items that keep U.S. forces equipped and operational. The "93" classification code indicates this falls under DLA's non-metallic materials category, which encompasses various fabric and textile products engineered for defense applications. While the specific quantity, technical specifications, and delivery requirements are not included in the notice metadata, interested vendors should expect military-grade material standards with precise performance characteristics.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E527T0247 |
| NAICS | 327999 — All Other Miscellaneous Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice — see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is strictly reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) that meet the eligibility requirements under FAR 19.14. To compete, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans controlling daily operations and long-term decision-making
- Meet the size standard for NAICS 327999 (500 employees)
- Be verified in the SAM.gov system with current SDVOSB status
The NAICS code 327999 broadly covers manufacturers of nonmetallic mineral products not classified elsewhere, including specialized textiles and fabric products with mineral or synthetic fiber compositions used in industrial applications. Your company's primary business activities should align with this classification.
Joint ventures are permitted under SDVOSB set-aside rules if structured according to SBA regulations, but the SDVOSB partner must be the managing venturer with at least 51% control.
How to put together a competitive bid
For breather cloth procurement, DLA typically evaluates offers on past performance, technical compliance, and price. Strengthen your bid with these approaches:
Technical compliance: Obtain the complete specification—likely a military or federal standard such as MIL-PRF or A-A specifications referenced in the solicitation. Verify your manufacturing process can consistently meet dimensional stability, porosity, heat resistance, and other material properties. Request samples or supporting testing data if your product has been used in comparable aerospace or military composite applications.
Quality systems: DLA suppliers must often maintain acceptable quality systems; confirm whether ISO 9001 registration or specific defense quality standards apply. Document any existing government contract performance, particularly with DLA or defense maintenance facilities.
Past performance: Prepare references from commercial or government customers who have purchased similar technical textiles. Emphasize on-time delivery rates and any experience with DLA's WebSDR or FedMall platforms.
Pricing strategy: Analyze DLA's historical pricing for breather cloth through FPDS or SAM.gov award data. Consider total lifecycle costs including potential long-term supply agreements DLA may structure.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation SPE8E527T0247 on SAM.gov immediately to review detailed specifications, quantity, delivery schedule, and clauses
- Note the firm response deadline of October 29, 2026—allow time for SAM registration updates, technical questions, and proposal preparation
- Submit any pre-solicitation questions through the SAM.gov messaging function as directed in the full notice
- Verify your SDVOSB status is active and properly represented in SAM before preparing your offer
View the official notice on SAM.gov →