25--BRAKE,SHOE TYPE

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Columbus, is seeking bids for the procurement of brake shoes, specifically of the shoe type. The core need is to ensure a reliable supply of these components, which are essential for military vehicles and equipment, thereby supporting operational readiness and maintenance.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Land 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 [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 20, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly mentioned in the provided information. There is no estimated contract value or budget range indicated, nor are there any option years mentioned.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
To be considered eligible for this solicitation, bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• There are no specific security clearances mentioned.
• No set-aside restrictions (such as 8(a), HUBZone, etc.) are noted.
• There are no geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements specified.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not detailed.
• No bonding or insurance requirements are mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
The solicitation does not specify particular technical skills, technologies, methodologies, or domain expertise required for this procurement. However, bidders should be familiar with manufacturing and supplying brake shoe components that meet military specifications.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables and performance standards are not explicitly outlined in the provided information. Bidders should be prepared to meet standard delivery timelines and quality metrics typically expected in defense contracting.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The criteria for evaluating proposals are not detailed in the provided information. Bidders should anticipate that proposals will be assessed based on factors such as technical approach, past performance, and price, although specific weighting or prioritization is not provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While no preferred qualifications are explicitly stated, bidders with experience in defense contracting, particularly in supplying automotive or military-grade components, may have a competitive advantage. Additional certifications or capabilities that enhance reliability and quality assurance may also be favorably viewed.

In summary, bidders interested in this opportunity should ensure they are registered in SAM.gov and prepare to demonstrate their capability to supply brake shoes that meet military standards, while also being ready to provide competitive pricing and reliable delivery timelines.