DLA Disposition Services Industry Day 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is hosting an Industry Day forum focused on Contracting Industry Engagement on May 20-21, 2026, in Battle Creek, MI. This event, issued as a Special Notice, aims to strengthen readiness and accelerate innovation in support of the Warfighter. Registration is required by April 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Industry Day provides an opportunity for vendors to learn about DLA Disposition Services' contracting needs and engage directly with the agency. The forum will cover a variety of contracting topics, including:
- Small Business
- Operational Contracting
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Contracting
- Public Sales Contracting (e.g., Useable Surplus Material, Government Scrap Contracts)
It is explicitly stated that no unsolicited proposals will be accepted during this event, as it is conducted per FAR 10.002 for information exchange.
Event Details
- Type: Special Notice / Industry Day
- Dates: Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May 21st, 2026 (8:00 am to 4:30 pm EST)
- Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 50 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI 49017
- Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026
- Published: March 9, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (as this is an Industry Day for information exchange)
Registration & Contacts
Interested parties must register by April 20, 2026, by emailing Industryday@dla.mil. The email should include the company name, attendee names, and days of attendance. Foreign visitors have specific registration requirements and must also register by April 20th.
Primary Contact: Robert Seekamp (robert.seekamp@dla.mil, 269-961-7216) Secondary Contact: Jordan Spaans (Jordan.Spaans@dla.mil, 269-961-4019)
Additional Notes
Further details regarding access requirements (security clearance, identification, prohibited items) and venue information (parking, hotel check-in/out) are available in the event documentation. Follow-up notifications will be posted on SAM.gov.