PROJECT CM26036006
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) Land and Maritime is presoliciting for a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Filter Elements, Air (NSN 4130-00-595-0135). This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation is expected to be released on or about April 16, 2026, with proposals due by May 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers the acquisition of Filter Element, Air (NSN 4130-00-595-0135). The Government possesses full rights to the technical data, and the data package is complete with no restrictions on technical data, engineering, tooling, or manufacturing. Drawings and specifications will be available via the DIBBS solicitation link upon issue. The unit of issue is EA, with inspection/acceptance and FOB at origin. Required delivery for production is 120 days. If a Contractor First Article Test (FAT) is required, the FAT report is due in 60 days, followed by 60 days for Government review, making the total delivery 240 days. Delivery can be 120 days with a waiver of FAT. Items will be shipped to various military depot locations on an as-needed basis within established minimum and maximum quantity limits.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR Part 19)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Duration: 1 Base Year + 4 Single Option Years
- Solicitation Release: On or about April 16, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: May 19, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published Date: March 31, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on a combination of factors including price, delivery, and past performance, along with other evaluation factors detailed in the solicitation. This acquisition will use competitive procedures under FAR Part 15, consistent with 10 U.S.C. 3201, and will be conducted as Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources (FAR 6.2).
Additional Notes
The item may be subject to the Buy American Act. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items); however, interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Proposals can be submitted via DIBBS Upload or Email.