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MOTOR, ALTERNATING CURRENT

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Mon, 21 Dec 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Land and Maritime is acquiring a motor, alternating current under this combined synopsis/solicitation. This falls under NAICS 335312 ("Motor and Generator Manufacturing"), which covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing electric motors, generators, and generator sets. AC motors are standard equipment used across military platforms for propulsion, pumping, ventilation, and auxiliary power applications in naval and land systems. The Defense Logistics Agency's maritime and land components routinely procure replacement motors to maintain readiness of existing equipment. See the solicitation for the specific motor type, technical specifications, and quantity requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is open to all qualified sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses of any category, and foreign manufacturers meeting Buy American Act requirements (where applicable) may compete. The unrestricted status means the government will evaluate bids on stated criteria without preference for small, disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) firms.

To qualify, you must:

• Be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) with active registration covering the offer period and any resulting contract performance period
• Have the NAICS 335312 size standard applied; check your company's employee count or revenue against SBA thresholds
• Demonstrate capability to manufacture or supply motors meeting DLA's technical and quality requirements, which typically include military or commercial specifications and possibly QML/QPL listing

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA supply acquisitions like this AC motor procurement, competitiveness depends on price, past performance, and technical compliance:

Technical preparation: Obtain the full solicitation to identify the exact motor specification (likely a military specification such as MIL-SPEC or a commercial item description). Verify your product matches or exceeds all electrical, mechanical, dimensional, and environmental requirements. Check whether DLA requires qualification testing, first article inspection, or acceptance on basis of contractor certification.

Pricing strategy: DLA's automated quotation systems and long-term contracts favor aggressive pricing. Research historical prices through DLA's Centralized Customer Service or FPDS if available. Factor in warranty obligations, packaging requirements (military standard or commercial), and shipping to DLA distribution points.

Past performance: Prepare documentation of similar motor deliveries, especially to DLA or other DoD customers. Highlight on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance history.

Proposal mechanics: Follow the solicitation's exact quotation format. Combined synopsis/solicitations often require submission through DLA's electronic systems or specified methods. Watch for clauses unique to DLA Land and Maritime, including supply chain risk management and counterfeit parts prevention requirements.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MX26R0080—the metadata provides only minimum identifying information; all technical, contractual, and submission details are in the complete notice
2. Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and will remain valid through any contract performance period
3. Note the firm deadline: responses must be submitted by December 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time—no late quotations will be considered
4. Contact the contracting officer listed in the full solicitation with any questions; allow adequate time for clarification before the deadline

View the official notice on SAM.gov →