Small Business Participation (Socioeconomic Categories)

The contract provides an opportunity specifically aimed at small businesses and entities within various socioeconomic categories to participate as manufacturers or distributors in the Defense Logistics Agency’s filter element procurement. Targeting the North American Industry Classification System code 332999, which covers manufactured miscellaneous fabricated metal products, this subcontract facilitates involvement in supply chain activities related to the Department of Defense operations, specifically through DLA Land and Maritime. The contract was posted on May 6, 2026, with a response deadline set for May 14, 2026, indicating a relatively short window for interested parties to submit their proposals. While the exact type of set-aside or organizational requirements are not specified, this initiative underscores DLA’s intent to encourage engagement from small enterprises, potentially enhancing diversity and competition within the manufacturing and distribution sectors related to filter elements. Additional contract details, including points of contact and exact locations, are not provided, but the opportunity is listed publicly through the federal contracting portal.