59--SWITCH,ROTARY

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The opportunity involves the procurement of rotary switches, specifically identified under the title "59--SWITCH, ROTARY." The core need of the issuing organization, the Department of Defense (DoD) through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, is to secure a reliable supply of these components, which are essential for various military applications. The project aims to ensure that the necessary parts are available to support operational readiness and maintenance of military equipment.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, specifically the 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. If the Additional Information link is not functional, bidders can access the solicitation details through the DLA's DIBBS platform at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/Solicitations/.

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 6, 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. However, bidders should prepare for a firm-fixed-price contract, which is common for such procurements. The estimated contract value or budget range has not been disclosed, nor are there any mentions of option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
To be eligible for consideration, bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific security clearances are mentioned, but bidders should be prepared for potential security requirements typical in defense contracts.
• No set-aside restrictions are noted, suggesting that the opportunity may be open to all businesses.
• There are no geographic restrictions specified; however, bidders should be aware of potential place-of-performance requirements typical for defense contracts.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed, but bidders should demonstrate relevant experience in supplying similar components.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
While specific technical skills or technologies are not detailed, bidders should possess expertise in manufacturing or supplying rotary switches, including adherence to military specifications and standards.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables and performance standards are not explicitly outlined in the provided information. Bidders should anticipate standard deliverables associated with the supply of components, including timely delivery and compliance with quality standards.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals are not specified. However, bidders should prepare to demonstrate their technical approach, past performance, and pricing competitiveness, as these are common factors in government procurement evaluations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Relevant certifications in quality management (e.g., ISO).
• Experience in supplying rotary switches or similar components to defense or military clients.
• Demonstrated ability to meet stringent delivery schedules and quality requirements.

Bidders should ensure they align their proposals with the mandatory requirements while also highlighting any preferred qualifications that may set them apart from competitors.