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95--PLATE,METAL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 16 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Troop Support is seeking to procure metal plates under this combined synopsis/solicitation. Metal plate falls under DLA's standard procurement portfolio for construction and equipment supplies, typically serving military maintenance, repair, and operations needs. The broad-item description "PLATE,METAL" without dimensional or material specifications in the title suggests the full solicitation will define required grades, thicknesses, finishes, and quantities. See the solicitation for exact technical requirements, delivery schedules, and any packaging specifications. Place of performance was not specified in the notice metadata; see the solicitation for delivery or performance location details.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) that meet the eligibility requirements under FAR 19.15. To qualify, your business must:

• Be at least 51% unconditionally and directly owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens
• Hold active WOSB or Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB) certification in the SBA's Certification System or approved third-party certifier at time of offer and award
• Meet the small business size standard for NAICS 331110 ($1,500 employees)

Non-WOSB entities, including joint ventures where the WOSB partner does not meet certification requirements, are ineligible. Verification of your SAM.gov WOSB status alone is insufficient; active SBA certification is mandatory.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the commodity. NAICS 331110 covers primary iron and steel manufacturing. If you are a distributor rather than a mill, confirm your supplier relationships and flow-down requirements. DLA typically issues item-specific solicitations with precise ASTM, AMS, or military specifications.

Review DLA's Supplier Portal requirements. Register in DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) if not already active; this is DLA's primary acquisition platform for construction and equipment items. Ensure your DIBBS profile reflects current WOSB certification.

Assess certification alignment. FAR 19.15 set-asides require WOSB certification validity through award. If your certification expires before October 2026, initiate renewal immediately—processing delays are common.

Evaluate past DLA performance data. Search SAM.gov and DLA's historical awards for comparable plate solicitations (classification code 95) to understand typical pricing structures, delivery terms, and successful offeror profiles.

Prepare technical and past performance documentation. Metal plate solicitations often require material test reports, mill certifications, or traceability documentation. Assemble supply chain documentation demonstrating your ability to source compliant material.

Analyze shipping and FOB terms. DLA Troop Support awards frequently require delivery to specific depots or consignee locations; freight costs significantly affect total evaluated price. See the solicitation for designated delivery points.

Next steps

Download and read the full solicitation SPE8E927T0093 at SAM.gov immediately. The combined synopsis/solicitation format means the notice serves as both the announcement and the request for proposals—no separate solicitation will follow. Review all clauses, attachments, and DIBBS submission instructions carefully.

Critical deadline: Responses are due October 16, 2026. Allow buffer time for DIBBS technical issues, certificate uploads, and any required SAM.gov representations. Late submissions are not accepted under FAR provisions. Monitor SAM.gov for amendments, particularly if the place of performance or quantity data is added.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →