RECORDER-REPRODUCER
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME MECHANICSBURG.SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG · Response deadline: Fri, 20 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Mechanicsburg is soliciting offers for a RECORDER-REPRODUCER, classified under Federal Supply Classification 5835. This category covers devices designed to record and reproduce audio, electronic, or other signals—equipment commonly used in training, testing, communications, or intelligence applications across military operations.
The Defense Logistics Agency's Maritime supply chain procures and sustains material for the U.S. Navy and other maritime services. DLA Mechanicsburg specifically supports naval aviation, surface ship, and submarine requirements, so this recorder-reproducer likely serves operational or maintenance needs within that mission area.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME MECHANICSBURG.SPRMM1 DLA MECHANICSBURG |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRMM126QGH16 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None |
| Response deadline | November 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
Any qualified business can bid—this solicitation carries no set-aside restriction. It is open to large and small businesses alike under full and open competition.
NAICS code 333998 covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing." Businesses with this primary NAICS or that can demonstrate relevant manufacturing capabilities may compete. If you are a small business, note your size standard for this NAICS to confirm eligibility for any future set-aside opportunities, though none applies here.
Manufacturers of audio/visual equipment, electronic test instrumentation, signal processing hardware, or military-grade ruggedized electronics should evaluate whether their product lines align with FSC 5835 requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside, competition will likely include established defense contractors. Consider these strategies:
- Verify your SAM.gov registration is active through the award period, including any required representations and certifications.
- Review the full solicitation for technical specifications precisely—recorder-reproducers under FSC 5835 vary widely in signal format, media type, bandwidth, environmental ruggedization, and military interface requirements. Compliance with detailed specifications often determines technical acceptability.
- Assess your supply chain for any foreign components that may trigger Buy American Act restrictions or DFARS specialty metal requirements, common in DLA procurements.
- Evaluate past performance references from similar DLA or Navy contracts. Strong past performance ratings significantly influence best-value evaluations.
- Analyze DLA's Dynamic Aviation Parts Pricing or historical procurement data if available—understanding DLA's pricing methodology for this commodity helps avoid non-competitive or unrealistic proposals.
- Confirm quality certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100, or Military Standard compliance) that may be required for acceptance.
- Submit through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) if specified, or follow the exact submission instructions in the solicitation.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRMM126QGH16. The posted solicitation contains essential details including exact technical specifications, packaging requirements, inspection clauses, and submission instructions that are not available in the metadata.
Note the deadline: Responses are due November 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Allow adequate time for proposal preparation, internal review, and system submission. DLA typically does not accept late bids.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →