95--BAR,METAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking metal bars under solicitation SPE8E427T0196. This is a supply contract for industrial materials falling under Federal Supply Classification 95, which covers metal bars. The specific type, grade, quantity, and delivery requirements for the metal bars—see the solicitation.
Metal bar procurement through DLA typically supports maintenance, repair, and operations across military services and defense activities. Products under FSC 95 can include various ferrous and non-ferrous bars used in manufacturing, construction, and equipment repair. DLA Troop Support serves as the primary supply chain manager for these common-use items across the Department of Defense.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8E427T0196 |
| NAICS | 331110 (Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata—see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) may bid on this set-aside. To qualify, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 331110
- Hold active WOSB certification through the SBA's certification process at certify.sba.gov
- Be registered in SAM.gov with your WOSB status verified
Check your SAM.gov entity registration now—ensure your WOSB designation is current and your profile reflects NAICS 331110. If you're new to WOSB set-asides, verify your certification status at least several weeks before the response deadline, as processing can take time.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the product specifications. Metal bar solicitations typically specify alloy type, dimensions (diameter, width, thickness, length), temper or hardness, finish requirements, and applicable standards (ASTM, AMS, or military specifications). Obtain any referenced specifications from DLA directly or through the ASSIST database—do not assume standard commercial grades will qualify.
Confirm your supply chain. NAICS 331110 covers primary iron and steel mill production. If you're a distributor rather than a mill, verify you can source material meeting exact specification requirements and that your supplier relationships can support delivery timelines. DLA supply contracts often require traceability documentation and mill test reports.
Price strategically. Check historical pricing through DLA's Internet Bid Bond System (DIBBS) for comparable awards. Factor in current metal commodity market volatility—steel pricing fluctuates significantly. Determine whether the solicitation allows for economic price adjustment clauses or if you're locking in firm fixed pricing.
Review packaging and marking requirements. DLA shipments typically require military standard labeling, RFID tagging, and specific preservation methods for metal products to prevent corrosion in transit and storage.
Submit through proper channels. DLA Troop Support awards under $250,000 typically use DIBBS for electronic bidding. Ensure you have an active DIBBS account linked to your SAM.gov registration.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8E427T0196 or searching the title "95--BAR,METAL"
- Note the response deadline: November 12, 2026
- Verify your WOSB certification status at certify.sba.gov immediately
- Obtain any referenced specifications and examine delivery requirements, quantity, and any brand-name justifications before preparing your offer
View the official notice on SAM.gov →