43--FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, is seeking bids for the procurement of filter elements for fluid systems. The core need is to ensure the availability of high-quality filter elements that meet the operational requirements of military and defense applications. The project aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of fluid systems utilized by the armed forces.

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. If the Additional Information link is non-functional, bidders can access the solicitation details via the DIBBS website.

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 available information. There is no estimated contract value or budget range mentioned, nor are there any option years indicated.

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

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Security Clearances: No specific security clearance requirements are mentioned.
• Set-Aside Restrictions: No specific set-aside restrictions are noted.
• Geographic Restrictions: No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• Experience Requirements: There are no minimum years of experience or past performance requirements mentioned.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: No bonding or insurance requirements are specified.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
The solicitation does not detail specific technical skills, technologies, methodologies, or domain expertise required. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their capability to provide filter elements that meet military specifications.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics are not explicitly outlined in the available information. Bidders should be prepared to propose a plan that includes these elements.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The criteria for evaluating proposals are not detailed in the provided information. Bidders should anticipate that factors such as technical approach, past performance, and pricing will be considered, but specific weighting or evaluation factors are not disclosed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in supplying filter elements for military applications or those holding relevant certifications may have a competitive advantage. Specific preferred qualifications are not listed.

In summary, bidders should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov and capable of providing filter elements that meet military standards, while also preparing to demonstrate their technical capabilities and past performance in similar projects.