The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is seeking proposals for the procurement of sheet metal, specifically aluminum sheets, plates, and foils. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program (FAR 19.5), emphasizing the importance of supporting small enterprises in the defense supply chain. The metal products are critical for various military applications, ensuring the readiness and operational capability of defense forces. Interested vendors should direct their inquiries to the buyer listed in the solicitation document, available on the DLA's DIBBS website, and are encouraged to submit their proposals in accordance with the specified guidelines.