Commercial Filter Element Manufacturing and Supply

The contract calls for the manufacture and delivery of 980 fluid filter elements identified by NSN 4330-01-166-8391, all of which must comply with DLA technical quality standards and R/I-numbered specifications to ensure operational reliability and performance. The supplier is required to meet stringent defense-grade manufacturing protocols, with the products destined for performance at the specified location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under a total small business set-aside designation as defined by the SBA and FAR 19.5, meaning only qualified small businesses may submit bids. The procurement falls under NAICS code 332999, indicating it is for other fabricated metal product manufacturing, and is structured as a subcontract within the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain initiative. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 31, 2026, leaving bidders a narrow window to prepare and submit compliant proposals. All submissions must align with the technical and compliance requirements outlined by DLA and demonstrate capacity to deliver the full quantity on schedule, with no deviations permitted from the specified standards. The contract does not list a point of contact, and further details, including technical documentation and submission procedures, are accessible via the provided DIBBS portal link, which serves as the central hub for bidder engagement and communication.