PROJECT CM26070004
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) Weapons Support is issuing a presolicitation for filters (NSN 4330-01-409-0092). This requirement is for a fixed-price Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with annual price adjustments, structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation will be available on June 3, 2026, with proposals due by June 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This acquisition covers NSN 4330-01-409-0092, which requires engineering source approval due to proprietary manufacturing information held by approved sources. The government does not possess sufficient technical data for full and open competition, but the item is commercially manufactured. Specifications, plans, or drawings are not available. The contract will involve shipments to various military depot locations on an as-needed basis, within established minimum and maximum quantity limits.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Contract Type: Fixed-Price Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: One-year base period with four single-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 333998 (Small Business Size Standard: 700 employees)
- Applicable Regulations: Procured under FAR Part 12, subject to the Buy American Act.
- Solicitation Availability: June 3, 2026, at DIBBS (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/rfp/)
- Proposal Due Date: June 18, 2026
- Published Date: June 1, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on evaluation factors including price, past performance, and delivery. All responsible sources may submit an offer. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination.
Additional Notes
This requirement is issued under the First Destination Transportation (FDT) program. Proposals can be submitted via DIBBS Upload or email, with detailed instructions to be provided in the solicitation. The approved sources for this item include UNITED FILTERS INTERNATIONAL, LLC; FILTER TECHNOLOGY, INC; and PALL TRINCOR.