Bid guide
How to bid on seal assembly, shaft for the Defense Logistics Agency
What the DLA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is looking for seal assemblies for shafts, specifically NSN 4320-012698849. This is a critical item for DLA, and the agency aims to improve its supply availability.
This opportunity is for a Long-Term Contract (LTC) with a five-year ordering period. It includes a three-year base period and two one-year option periods. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type. This is a total small business set-aside, making it a good fit for eligible small businesses.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation is anticipated to be available on or about July 29, 2026. The deadline for proposals is on or around August 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. It may take up to three business days from the issue date for the solicitation to appear on DIBBS.
Proposals must be submitted by the deadline. If submitting outside of DIBBS, a completed and signed SF 1449 in electronic PDF format is required before the closing date and time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that can supply seal assemblies for shafts. The NAICS code is 333912, which covers power-driven handtool manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The FSC is 4320.
Vendors should be prepared to meet a requested delivery time of 155 days after receipt of each delivery order. The acquisition is subject to the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), so offers of eligible products from designated countries will be considered.
How to respond to this solicitation
The solicitation will be available through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). To access it, you will need to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click again to go directly to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents.
DIBBS quotations are acceptable and preferred for submission. Alternatively, offers can be submitted electronically to Mandy Phipps-Kuhlman at [email protected]. Ensure you complete the solicitation in its entirety.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Review the technical data for NSN 4320-012698849, which is available through the DLA Collaboration Folder (C-Folder). Understanding these specifications is crucial for a compliant proposal. The Certificate of Quality Compliance applies, but a Certificate of Conformance does not.
The DLA will award on a Best Value basis. While price is important, other factors like past performance, delivery performance, and other criteria in the solicitation will be considered. Highlight your strengths in these areas. Ensure your proposal addresses all domestic preference and trade agreement provisions identified in the solicitation.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Defense Logistics Agency; the original posting controls.