What types of goods and services does DLA Distribution prioritize for procurement?

DLA Distribution primarily procures services related to warehouse management, facility maintenance, specialized packaging, and material handling equipment. They also contract for transportation support and logistics information technology systems to maintain the flow of supplies across the global defense supply chain.

Are there specific set-asides common for DLA Distribution contracts?

DLA Distribution frequently utilizes small business set-asides for facility support and logistics services. Vendors with Small Disadvantaged Business or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certifications often find competitive advantages in solicitations for regional distribution center operations.

How can vendors best prepare to bid on DLA Distribution solicitations?

Vendors should focus on demonstrating expertise in supply chain management and industrial facility operations. Familiarity with military packaging standards and the ability to operate within secure government distribution facilities are critical requirements for prime contractors.

DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY · Contracting Office

DLA DISTRIBUTION

1,470 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office1,470 solicitationsUnder DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY

Solicitations

1.5K

Federal records indexed

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Federal

Federal procurement data

Sub-Agency

DEFENSE LOGISTICS

DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY

Agency

DEPT

DEPT OF DEFENSE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of DLA DISTRIBUTION.

DLA Distribution manages a global network of storage and distribution centers responsible for the receipt, storage, and issuance of military supplies and equipment. Vendors compete for contracts involving warehouse operations, material handling equipment maintenance, packaging and preservation services, and transportation management support.

Hierarchy: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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