59--SWITCH ASSEMBLY

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus, is seeking bids for the procurement of a SWITCH ASSEMBLY. The core need is to supply a component that is essential for military operations, ensuring reliability and performance in various applications. The project scope includes the manufacturing, testing, and delivery of the switch assembly to meet the stringent requirements of the DLA.

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 contact information is not accessible, questions can be directed to DLA via email at [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 mentioned, but bidders should prepare for a firm-fixed-price contract based on typical DLA procurement practices. The estimated contract value or budget range is not provided, nor are any option years mentioned.

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, but compliance with federal regulations is expected.
• There are no set-aside restrictions indicated (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, etc.).
• No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are specified.
• Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of relevant experience or past performance, although specific years of experience are not detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders should possess specific technical skills related to the manufacturing of switch assemblies, including knowledge of military specifications and standards. Familiarity with quality assurance processes and testing methodologies is likely essential.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the production and delivery of the switch assembly. Specific milestones, reporting requirements, and performance metrics are not detailed in the provided information, but adherence to DLA standards and timelines will be critical.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria that may include technical approach, past performance, and price. The specific weighting or priority of these factors is not provided, but bidders should prepare for a best-value evaluation approach typical of DLA solicitations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications that may enhance a bidder's competitiveness include:

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISO, CMMI).
• Proven experience in supplying military-grade components.
• Advanced manufacturing capabilities or innovative technologies that improve product reliability or performance.

Bidders should ensure they meet all mandatory requirements and consider how their capabilities align with the preferred qualifications to enhance their proposal's competitiveness.