Bid guide
How to bid on the DLA Medical Equipment Electronic CATalog (ECAT) Generation V Program
What the DLA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking commercial medical equipment, accessories, consumables, and medical simulation equipment for its Electronic Catalog (ECAT) system. This system allows DLA Troop Support customers to review contractor catalogs and place online orders.
This is a standing solicitation, meaning the DLA will award multiple contracts to responsible manufacturers, distributors, and other sources with fair and reasonable prices. If your firm provides medical equipment or related supplies, this is an opportunity to become a DLA ECAT vendor.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on February 11, 2026. It is a standing solicitation, which means you can submit proposals at any time during its five-year open period, or until it is replaced by an updated solicitation. The current stated deadline for proposals is December 01, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET.
Proposals must be complete and include all certifications as specified in the solicitation. The DLA intends to award contracts to all responsible offerors who meet the terms and conditions and whose prices are fair and reasonable.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for manufacturers, distributors, and other designated sources of commercial medical equipment. This includes equipment used by medical professionals, technicians, and laboratory personnel for treatment, tests, operations, or patient care. Consumables and accessories for medical equipment, as well as medical simulation equipment for training, are also in scope.
Firms in the healthcare category that can supply a wide range of medical products should review this solicitation. Review pages 33-36 of the Statement of Work for detailed product scope and exclusions.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view the documents, though for many bids, this is not required.
Once you have the documents, prepare your complete proposal, ensuring it addresses all requirements and includes all necessary certifications. Proposals can be submitted at any time during the solicitation's open period.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully read the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) and all amendments. Pay close attention to the Statement of Work (SOW) to understand the exact product scope and any exclusions. Ensure your proposed items align perfectly with the DLA's needs.
Since the DLA intends to award multiple contracts to responsible offerors with fair and reasonable prices, focus on presenting competitive pricing. Clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to supply the required medical equipment, accessories, and consumables consistently and reliably. Ensure all certifications are up-to-date and included with your submission.
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.