DLA Maritime Columbus: Small-biz-friendly RFQs for rotary pump and shuttle valve (plus other MRO line items)

Executive takeaway

DLA Land and Maritime (Columbus) released several parts procurements on 2026-01-26. The cleanest, most actionable near-term bids in this batch are the RFQs with stated delivery locations, quantities, and approved sources—especially the PUMP, ROTARY (NSN 4320-12-402-7532) and VALVE, SHUTTLE (NSN 4820-01-003-6014). If you are not an approved source (or can’t supply the exact approved part numbers), these are likely no-bids—unless the RFQ allows alternates (verify in the solicitation).

What the buyer is trying to do

The buyer is replenishing repair parts / components through DLA Distribution depots to support downstream users. The notices indicate standard DLA-style part buys with:

• specific NSNs (in at least two postings),
• defined quantities and “days ADO” delivery requirements,
• an RFQ process with electronic quote submission, and
• approved sources listed for at least two items.

What work is implied (bullets)

• Review the RFQ package at the notice link (hard copies not available).
• Confirm you can supply the exact item and meet delivery terms.
• For approved-source items, validate you are an approved CAGE/source or can supply the approved part number(s).
• Prepare and submit an electronic quote by the response deadline (where provided).
• Coordinate shipping to the specified DLA Distribution location(s):
  • DLA Distribution San Diego (for the rotary pump notice).
  • DLA Distribution Depot Hill (for the shuttle valve notice).
• Price, lead time, and compliance documentation as required by the solicitation (verify in attachments).

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

Who should bid

• OEMs and authorized distributors for the listed approved sources/part numbers for:
• NSN 4320-12-402-7532 PUMP, ROTARY (approved sources listed in the notice).
• NSN 4820-01-003-6014 VALVE, SHUTTLE (approved sources listed in the notice).
• Small businesses targeting DLA buys where the notice indicates an SBA set-aside (e.g., the rotary pump and puffer nozzle postings).
• Firms with established DLA order fulfillment processes (electronic quoting, depot shipping, documentation control).

Who should pass

• Companies that cannot source the exact approved part numbers or do not match the approved sources (unless the RFQ explicitly allows alternates—verify in the solicitation).
• Teams that rely on specifications, plans, or drawings to manufacture: the pump posting states those are not available.
• Anyone unable to meet the stated “days ADO” delivery requirements.

Response package checklist (bullets)

• Electronic quote submission (required per the notices).
• Pricing for each line item quoted (verify format in attachments).
• Delivery/lead time confirming the stated “days ADO” requirement (verify acceptance language in attachments).
• Source/traceability documentation demonstrating compliance with approved source restrictions (verify in attachments).
• Completed RFQ reps/certs as required (verify in attachments).
• Acknowledgement of any solicitation amendments (verify in attachments).

Pricing & strategy notes

These DLA parts RFQs often hinge on (1) eligibility to supply approved sources and (2) speed/price competitiveness. Practical pricing research steps before you quote:

• Start with your acquisition cost for the exact approved part number(s) listed, then layer in packaging, handling, and depot shipping.
• Check internal historical sales for the same NSN/part number and adjust for current lead times and availability constraints.
• Use the RFQ itself to confirm whether evaluation is lowest price technically acceptable or another basis (verify in the solicitation).
• For urgent delivery windows (as implied by “days ADO”), consider whether you can offer in-stock fulfillment versus factory lead time—and price accordingly.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas (bullets)

• Partner with an authorized distributor/OEM if you can handle fulfillment and documentation but are not the approved source.
• Use a logistics partner experienced with DLA Distribution depot deliveries to reduce shipping/labeling errors.
• If you are a small business and the item is set aside for SBA, team with a compliant small-biz prime that can submit the quote while you provide sourcing support (verify set-aside and eligibility in the solicitation).

Risks & watch-outs (bullets)

• Approved source limitation: both the rotary pump and shuttle valve postings list approved sources—quoting a non-approved equivalent may be rejected (verify the RFQ’s exact restrictions).
• No specs/drawings: for the rotary pump, the notice states specifications, plans, or drawings are not available.
• Electronic-only process: hard copies are not available; ensure your team can access and respond through the posted solicitation link.
• Deadlines: some notices show a 2026-02-06 response deadline; don’t assume others have the same deadline—confirm on each notice page.
• Delivery performance risk: “days ADO” requirements can be unforgiving; only quote what you can deliver.

Related opportunities

• PUMP, ROTARY (SPE7M126T5147)
• VALVE, SHUTTLE (SPE7MC26T4856)
• PUFFER NOZZLE (SPE7M226T2275)
• COVER PLATE, VALVE (SPE7MC26T1880)
• VALVE, Y (SPE7M426T4173)
• SHEET, METAL (SPE7M226T1958)
• Purchase Cables (SPE7M224R0005)

How to act on this

1. Open the notice link(s) and download the RFQ package (where provided).
2. Confirm approved-source eligibility and exact part number alignment.
3. Validate you can meet the stated delivery window and ship to the named DLA Distribution location.
4. Submit your electronic quote before the deadline shown on the notice.

If you want a second set of eyes on approved-source constraints, quote positioning, or a fast compliance check before you submit, consider support from Federal Bid Partners LLC.