The DLA's Special Operational Equipment (SOE) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) program streamlines the purchase of tactical gear and equipment for authorized Department of Defense and federal agencies. It leverages a competitive environment among qualified vendors to offer a wide array of commercial, off-the-shelf items. The program offers responsive, high-quality products at fair and reasonable prices, along with associated services that include logistics support, equipment installation and maintenance, and training support.
Here's why it works:
1. SOE streamlines the ordering process
- The program offers "one-stop shopping" for customers, allowing them to order a variety of items, including tactical gear, personal protection equipment, survival gear, and operational equipment from multiple manufacturers under one requisition.
- It utilizes electronic ordering and consolidated billing, simplifying the purchasing process.
- Customers submit orders through a streamlined process through a designated Finance Office Point of Contact (FOPOC) and the use of MILSTRIP requisitions or Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs).
2. SOE offers competitive pricing
- By soliciting prices from the multiple prime vendors on the program, the program ensures competitive pricing and the best value for the customer.
- This competitive environment helps to reduce overhead costs and manpower needed to manage the procurement process.
3. SOE gives you access to commercial products
- The SOE TLS program provides access to the latest commercial equipment and services, ensuring customers have the cutting-edge technology and gear they require to complete their mission.
- It allows for the purchase of commercial, off-the-shelf part-numbered items within the contract’s scope.
4. SOE delivers items globally
- The program provides services globally, utilizing both commercial support and government transportation capabilities.
- This ensures that military installations and federal agencies worldwide can benefit from the program's capabilities.
5. SOE gives you dedicated support
- As a prime vendor of the SOE TLS program, NOBLE provides dedicated tailored logistics specialists and subject matter experts to assist customers with product selection, order processing, delivery, fielding/installations, and training.
- This dedicated support helps customers navigate the acquisition process efficiently, facilitating their mission readiness.
NOBLE OFFERS TACTICAL EXPERTISE and a wide range of products and services
As a DLA Prime Vendor, NOBLE provides supplies and services globally to the U.S. military, special operations, law enforcement, fire, EMTs, and other government customers, offering over one million commercial off-the-shelf products from 15,000 suppliers.
We understand the importance of mission-focused tactical gear and equipment to military, law enforcement, and disaster response professionals worldwide. NOBLE collaborates with strategic vendors that manufacture high-quality tactical gear and equipment, enabling end-users to perform their duties safely and effectively. These vendors provide cutting-edge gear and equipment to support your tactical readiness objectives.
Tactical equipment available through the SOE program includes weapons and optics, medical supplies and kits, OCIE and individual protection, human performance, lights and illumination, tactical operations equipment, training, and maritime equipment.
An important advantage of using TLS procurement programs is the ability to obtain the exact items you need without the administrative work of obtaining multiple competitive bids. DLA has created the TLS Programs to offer you tailored logistics support throughout your purchase process. NOBLE works with you to understand your requirements and provides the expertise to guide you through item selection, purchase, installation, training, and maintenance.
THE TLS PROCUREMENT PROCESS
The easiest way to partner with us is to start the conversation. We walk you through the TLS contract process. Forming a relationship with us allows us to gain the best pricing for you on all TLS orders. Let your representative know in advance what products you require, and they will be able to secure the best pricing on the items and brands you need.
- Contact your sales representative to discuss your purchasing requirement(s).
- Register with the DLA. Your NOBLE sales representative will be more than happy to assist with the registration process.
- Submit your purchasing quote request.
- Place your order in the DLA system. Money is pre-approved and obligated. All colors of money are accepted, including RDTE, O&M, MIPR, and MILSTRIP.
- The TLS Prime Vendor will be responsible for placing the order, providing status updates, logistical support, and on-time delivery.
We will assist you with signing up for the SOE TLS program and walk you through the next steps to submit your requisition.
