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10--SLEEVE,EJECTOR CARTRID

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 sleeve, ejector cartridge items—mechanical components used in weapons systems, specifically the hardware that houses or guides ejector mechanisms in cartridge assemblies. These are precision-machined metal parts typical of military small arms and ordnance maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations.

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the presolicitation announcement and the formal solicitation package—vendors can bid immediately without waiting for a separate solicitation release.

Key facts

*NAICS 336413 covers precision machined components for aerospace and defense applications; see the solicitation for specific manufacturing requirements.

Who can bid

Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) may bid. To qualify, your firm must:

• Be at least 51% unconditionally owned by one or more service-disabled veterans
• Have one or more service-disabled veterans control management and daily operations
• Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 336413 ($1,500 million / $1.5B annual receipts threshold for this code)
• Be verified in SAM.gov as an SDVOSB (self-certification under Vets First Verification Program or legacy verification)

Joint ventures are permitted if the SDVOSB partner meets these requirements and the venture is registered in SAM. Non-SDVOSB firms, including other small businesses and large primes, cannot bid directly but may subcontract to an eligible SDVOSB prime.

How to put together a competitive bid

Manufacturing & technical qualifications: DLA weapons parts contracts typically require first article testing, traceable materials certifications, and compliance with military specifications (MIL-SPEC). Review the solicitation for exact drawing numbers, material specifications, and acceptance test requirements. Your quality system should demonstrate ISO 9001 or AS9100 compliance if specified.

Past performance: Be prepared to document relevant manufacturing experience with similar precision-machined ordnance or aerospace components. DLA evaluates past performance through CPARS and PPIRS; ensure your record is current and accurate.

Pricing strategy: DLA Land and Maritime buys on a low-price, technically acceptable basis for many standard hardware items. Obtain historical pricing through FPDS or Beta.SAM.gov contract data for similar NSNs. Factor in first article costs, testing, and tooling—DLA may fund some tooling separately or require amortization across the contract quantity.

SAM compliance: Verify your SDVOSB status is active, CAGE code is current, and past representations are accurate. Any discrepancy between your SAM profile and offer can cause rejection.

Submission: Follow the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) instructions in the solicitation. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically require electronic submission through DIBBS with upload of technical and pricing data by the deadline.

Next steps

Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127T1090_20261008 or search the title "10--SLEEVE,EJECTOR CARTRID" to obtain technical drawings, quantities, delivery schedules, and exact submission instructions.

Critical deadline: Responses are due October 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM Eastern Time—note this is approximately 10 days after posting, indicating a streamlined procurement. Allow margin for DIBBS technical issues; do not wait until the final hours to submit.

See the solicitation for quantities, contract duration, delivery requirements, inspection criteria, and any special tooling or testing provisions.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →