59--SWITCH,REED

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, is seeking to procure switches, specifically reed switches. The core need is to fulfill the operational requirements of the military, ensuring reliable and efficient functionality of equipment that relies on these components.

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 or email [email protected].

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, nor any option years.

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 are noted, indicating that the opportunity may be open to all businesses.
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are mentioned.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not detailed.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
While specific technical skills or methodologies are not outlined, bidders should possess expertise in the manufacturing or supply of reed switches, including knowledge of applicable standards and quality assurance processes relevant to military specifications.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables and performance standards are not explicitly stated in the provided information. Bidders should anticipate that timely delivery and adherence to quality standards will be critical, given the nature of the procurement.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals are not detailed in the provided information. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate their technical capabilities, past performance, and pricing strategies, as these are typically key factors in government procurement evaluations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred qualifications are not explicitly mentioned; however, bidders with experience in military contracts or those who can demonstrate superior quality assurance processes may have a competitive advantage.

In summary, bidders interested in this opportunity should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov, possess relevant technical expertise in reed switches, and be prepared to demonstrate their capabilities and pricing strategies in their proposals. Further details can be obtained by reviewing the solicitation document linked in the opportunity description.