Bid guide
How to bid on Shielding Gasket, Electrical for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a contractor to provide shielding gaskets for electrical use, specifically NSN 5999-01-506-4338. The estimated annual demand for this item is 2,569 units.
This is an unrestricted, commercial, firm-fixed-price indefinite delivery contract. It includes a three-year base period and two one-year option periods. Deliveries are required within 161 days after each order is placed. The item is subject to The Buy American Act.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation is expected to be issued around August 5, 2026. Responses are due around September 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. This is an estimated date, so it is important to check the solicitation once it is released for the exact deadline.
All offers must be submitted in English and in US dollars. The final award decision will consider price, delivery, and performance.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply electrical shielding gaskets, specifically the NSN 5999-01-506-4338. The NAICS code for this item is 334416, with a size standard of 550 employees.
The contract is unrestricted, meaning all interested parties, including small businesses, are eligible to bid. Firms with experience in providing commercial items to government agencies under firm-fixed-price contracts will find this relevant.
How to respond
The solicitation will be available on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). Hard copies of the solicitation will not be provided. To access the opportunity, click the "View original source" link. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents.
Offers should be submitted by completing the SF1449 Request for Proposal (RFP), scanning it, and uploading it through DIBBS. This is the preferred method. Alternatively, offers can be emailed to the contract specialist, Kyle Blazek, at [email protected].
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your offer clearly demonstrates your capability to meet the estimated annual demand of 2,569 units and the required delivery timeframe of 161 days. Highlight your experience with similar commercial items and your ability to comply with The Buy American Act.
Since pricing, delivery, and performance are all factors in the award decision, present a competitive price while also confirming your ability to meet the delivery schedule. Double-check that all required sections of the SF1449 RFP are fully completed before submission. Timely submission through DIBBS is recommended.
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 DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.