53--O-RING

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The opportunity involves the procurement of O-rings for the Department of Defense, specifically through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus. The core need is to secure a reliable supply of O-rings that meet the technical specifications required for military applications, ensuring operational readiness and reliability of equipment.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Maritime 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 at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 5, 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:

• 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 detailed.
• Experience Requirements: Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not specified.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: No bonding or insurance requirements are mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

The solicitation does not specify particular technical skills, technologies, methodologies, or domain expertise required for the O-rings. However, bidders should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to meet military specifications for the product.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables, milestones, reporting requirements, and performance metrics are not detailed in the provided information. Bidders should ensure they can meet the delivery timelines and quality standards typically expected in defense contracts.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals are not explicitly outlined. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate their technical approach, past performance, and pricing, as these are generally critical factors in government procurement evaluations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with the following qualifications may have a competitive advantage:

• Preferred Certifications: Any additional certifications related to quality management (e.g., ISO) or industry standards.
• Experience Types: Prior experience supplying O-rings or similar components to government or military contracts may be viewed favorably.

In summary, bidders interested in this opportunity should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov, be prepared to demonstrate their capability to meet military specifications for O-rings, and be ready to provide competitive pricing and past performance evidence.