29--FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity involves the procurement of filter elements for fluid applications, specifically tailored for the Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The core need is to supply high-quality filter elements that meet stringent military specifications, ensuring reliability and performance in critical defense operations.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Columbus, located in Columbus, Ohio, USA. For inquiries regarding the solicitation, bidders should contact the buyer listed in block 5 of the solicitation document via email.

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. There is no mention of an estimated contract value or budget range. Bidders should refer to the solicitation document for further details on contract specifics.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

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

• Certifications and Registrations: Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov.
• Set-aside Restrictions: There are no specific set-aside restrictions mentioned, but bidders should verify eligibility based on their business classification.
• Geographic Restrictions: No geographic restrictions are noted.
• Experience Requirements: Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed; bidders should demonstrate relevant experience in similar projects.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: Not specified in the provided information.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders are expected to possess specific technical skills related to the manufacturing and supply of fluid filter elements. While no specific technologies or methodologies are mentioned, familiarity with military specifications and standards for defense procurement is likely essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables include the timely supply of filter elements that meet the required specifications. Performance metrics or service-level agreements are not detailed in the provided information, so bidders should prepare to meet high standards of quality and reliability.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that may include technical approach, past performance, and price. The specific weighting of these factors is not provided, but bidders should prepare to present a compelling case for their technical capabilities and cost-effectiveness.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may provide a competitive advantage include:

• Relevant certifications or industry standards beyond SAM.gov.
• Demonstrated experience in supplying filter elements or similar components to defense or government entities.
• Proven track record of meeting stringent quality and delivery standards.

Bidders should ensure they align their proposals with the mandatory requirements while highlighting any preferred qualifications that could enhance their competitiveness in this opportunity.