Bid guide
How to bid on plain spherical bearings for the Defense Logistics Agency
What DLA is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking 80 plain spherical bearings, NSN 3120-016750959, associated with part numbers 21807480, H841-0307-137, and GBND005038-C. The solicitation is expected to result in a purchase order under FAR 12.
This opportunity may suit vendors with existing surplus or newly manufactured inventory. DLA may consider changing its acquisition strategy if buying existing inventory is in the government’s best interest.
Key dates and deadline
The opportunity was published October 16, 2026. The solicitation is anticipated on October 19, 2026, and the response deadline is November 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Submit your response by the stated deadline. Requested delivery is 601 days after award.
Who this opportunity suits
Surplus dealers, small-business dealers, and distributors with available surplus or newly manufactured bearings are invited to respond. The listed approved sources are Electric Boat Corp. and Defense Maritime Solutions Inc.
DLA will evaluate the offer using price, past performance, and other factors described in the solicitation. The procurement is unrestricted and is not identified as a Critical Application Item.
How to access and respond
Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” option. If the first click opens the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some bids can be viewed without one.
The solicitation is expected to be available through DIBBS on its issue date. From the DIBBS homepage, select RFQs, search for the RFQ, and choose it to download the PDF. Submit the response with the available quantity and price, plus a completed surplus certificate, DLAD 52.211-9000, or adequate traceability documentation.
Prepare a clear, competitive response
Check the solicitation when it is issued and follow its instructions for submission and evaluation. Confirm that your offered quantity matches what you can supply and that your price is clear.
Organize the required surplus certification or traceability records so the government can assess product acceptability. Review the FOB Origin, inspection and acceptance at Origin, and First Destination Transportation terms before pricing your offer.
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.