Defense Item Procurement and Supply (Non-Manufactured End Items)

The contract pertains to the procurement and supply of defense-related end items that are not manufactured by the offeror, requiring strict adherence to the nonmanufacturer rule as stipulated for small businesses acting as resellers of defense equipment. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 423490, which classifies the activity as wholesale trade of machinery and equipment, and is administered by the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense. The place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, indicating where the delivered items must be shipped and utilized. The solicitation is open for responses through August 10, 2026, with a posting date of July 28, 2026, offering prospective bidders approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their proposals. Only small businesses that comply with the nonmanufacturer rule are eligible to participate, meaning they must not produce the items themselves but must procure them from a domestic manufacturer and supply them in accordance with federal small business subcontracting guidelines. The contract does not specify a set-aside designation, but eligibility and compliance with small business regulations are mandatory. Bidders must access the solicitation through the provided DIBBS portal to obtain full details and submit responses.