10--RECEIVER,AUTOMATIC GUN
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a contractor to supply automatic gun receivers under federal stock classification 10 (small arms). A receiver is the core component of a firearm that houses the operating mechanism—it's the part the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives legally defines as the firearm itself.
NAICS 332994 corresponds to "Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing." This includes production of military firearms parts and components. Given the classification code and item description, this requirement involves manufacturing or supplying a critical weapons component for military use.
DLA Weapons Support, part of DLA Land at Columbus, Ohio, manages the procurement. Automatic gun receivers typically serve crew-served weapons systems used by U.S. military forces. DLA Land supplies sustainment parts and equipment to Army and Marine Corps ground weapon systems.
See the solicitation for specific technical specifications, quantity requirements, and delivery schedule.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Land, DLA Land Columbus, DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L127T0883 |
| NAICS | 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only qualified small businesses under NAICS 332994 may bid. To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 332994 (currently 1,000 employees for this manufacturing code)
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
- Have an active and valid registration through the contract performance period
- Possess any required federal firearms licenses (FFLs) for manufacturing or dealing in firearms components
Manufacturers with experience in defense firearms production hold natural advantages. However, subcontractors may partner with qualifying small businesses. The successful bidder must comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which control defense-related articles and services.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements. Automatic gun receivers demand precise machining and metallurgical specifications. See the solicitation for exact drawings, material certifications, and testing protocols.
Verify your manufacturing capacity. DLA typically requires detailed production schedules and quality assurance plans. If you're currently producing similar components, document your existing certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100, or military-specific quality standards).
Confirm compliance readiness. Firearms components trigger multiple regulatory layers:
- ITAR registration with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
- Appropriate FFL from ATF for manufacturing NFA firearms or receivers
- Possible State Department approval for technical data handling
Price strategically. DLA weapons contracts often involve multi-year or indefinite-delivery requirements. Review historical pricing for similar components if available. Factor in specialized tooling, inspection equipment, and compliance costs that general machine shops might overlook.
Address supply chain risks. Specialty steels and forgings for weapons components face extended lead times. Document your material sourcing strategy and any alternative suppliers.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127T0883
- Download all attachments, including technical specifications and drawings
- Note the firm response deadline: October 19, 2026 (posted October 9, 2026—relatively short window)
- Register or verify your SAM.gov profile immediately if not current
- Contact DLA Weapons Support contracting office with questions; allow time for clarifications given technical complexity
This synopsis combines with the actual solicitation to form the complete procurement package. Do not rely on this summary alone for bidding decisions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →