20--WINDOW,MARINE

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, is seeking proposals for the procurement of marine windows. The core objective is to fulfill the needs of the military for high-quality, durable marine window products that meet specific operational standards. The project scope includes the design, manufacturing, and delivery of these windows, ensuring they are suitable for marine environments.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Maritime Columbus, located in Columbus, Ohio, USA. For inquiries regarding this solicitation, bidders should contact the buyer listed in block 5 of the solicitation document via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 4, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 17, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated in the provided information. There is no mention of the estimated contract value or budget range, nor are there any option years indicated.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• There are no specific security clearances mentioned.
• No set-aside restrictions (such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are indicated.
• Geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are not specified.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
While specific technical skills or methodologies are not outlined, bidders should possess expertise in manufacturing marine-grade windows that comply with military specifications and standards. Familiarity with marine construction materials and processes may be beneficial.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the design, manufacturing, and delivery of marine windows. Specific milestones, reporting requirements, and performance metrics are not detailed in the provided information.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals are not explicitly stated, including the weighting or priority of evaluation factors. It is unclear whether the selection will be based on best-value or lowest-price technically acceptable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in supplying marine products to government entities or possessing relevant industry certifications may have a competitive advantage. Additional preferred qualifications are not specified.

In summary, bidders should assess their capabilities in manufacturing marine windows, ensure compliance with SAM registration, and prepare for a proposal submission by the due date. Further details may be obtained by reviewing the solicitation document linked in the opportunity metadata.