10--CHUTE,AMMUNITION
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Weapons Support is procuring a chute used for ammunition handling. This falls under federal stock classification 10—Military Weapons—and NAICS code 332994, which covers small arms, ordnance, and ordnance accessories manufacturing. Ammunition chutes are mechanical components that feed linked ammunition into automatic weapons systems, commonly used with machine guns and similar crew-served weaponry.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the requirement and the actual solicitation document. These are typically used for simplified acquisitions where the government intends to evaluate and award based on the information provided.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Weapons Support (Defense Logistics Agency, Land Columbus) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L127T1004 |
| NAICS | 332994 |
| Set-aside | None specified |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is open to all responsible offerors—no statutory set-aside program applies according to the metadata. Small businesses, large businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors may all submit offers.
Manufacturers with NAICS 332994 capabilities should evaluate whether their products meet the required military specifications for ammunition chutes. Companies registered in SAM.gov with appropriate FSC 10 experience are eligible to respond. DLA Land typically sources these items through its procurement network supporting U.S. military weapon systems, so prior defense logistics experience with technical data packages and military standards is advantageous.
How to put together a competitive bid
For manufacturing solicitations at DLA Weapons Support, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance first. DLA ammunition components typically require adherence to military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or detailed drawings. Obtain the technical data package referenced in the full solicitation to confirm your product meets dimensional, material, and performance requirements.
Quality systems matter. DLA suppliers generally need acceptable quality systems—often involving ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification, or demonstrated equivalent processes. See the solicitation for any specific quality assurance requirements.
Pricing strategy. With no set-aside, expect competition from established defense manufacturers. Analyze historical pricing for similar DLA chute awards if available. Consider economies of scale if minimum order quantities or option periods are included.
Past performance. Document your experience supplying similar ordnance accessories to DLA, other military services, or allied nations. Performance on prior SPE7L contracts carries significant weight.
Small business considerations. While this is unrestricted, small businesses with manufacturing capabilities should assess whether they can meet delivery schedules and technical requirements. The size standard for NAICS 332994 is 1,000 employees—confirm your status in SAM.gov.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using number SPE7L127T1004. The full document will contain the technical specification, quantity, delivery schedule, inspection requirements, and exact evaluation criteria. Note the response deadline of October 23, 2026—allow time for any required technical clarification questions, which typically must be submitted before the final days of the solicitation period.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →