53--DIAL,CONTROL

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The opportunity involves the procurement of dial control systems for the Department of Defense, specifically through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Columbus. The core need is to acquire reliable and efficient dial control systems that meet the operational requirements of the DLA. The project aims to ensure that the DLA has access to high-quality components that support its logistics and operational capabilities.

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 related to this solicitation, bidders should contact the buyer listed in block 5 of the solicitation document, accessible via the Additional Information link. If the link is non-functional, questions can be directed to DIBBS at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 3, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 18, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated; however, bidders should prepare for a firm-fixed-price contract structure, which is common in government procurements. The estimated contract value or budget range has not been disclosed. There is no mention of option years.

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

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific security clearances are mentioned.
• There are no set-aside restrictions indicated.
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess specific technical skills related to the design, manufacture, or supply of dial control systems. Familiarity with military specifications and standards may be beneficial, although specific technologies or methodologies are not detailed in the opportunity.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the provision of dial control systems as per the specifications outlined in the solicitation. Milestones and reporting requirements are not explicitly stated, but bidders should be prepared to meet performance metrics typical of DLA contracts.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that may include technical approach, past performance, and price. The specific weighting of these factors has not been disclosed, but bidders should prepare for a best-value evaluation approach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in supplying similar components to military or defense organizations will have a competitive advantage. Preferred certifications or capabilities that enhance the proposal’s attractiveness are not specified but may include industry-standard certifications relevant to manufacturing and quality assurance.

In summary, bidders should ensure compliance with mandatory requirements, prepare a competitive technical proposal, and highlight any relevant experience or certifications that may enhance their submission.