12--ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-MECHA
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Tue, 27 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is procuring an electro-mechanical actuator under this combined synopsis/solicitation. DLA Aviation serves as the primary materiel integrator for the Department of Defense's aviation supply chain, managing spare parts and components for military aircraft and related systems. Electro-mechanical actuators are critical components that convert electrical energy into mechanical force to control movement in aircraft systems—typically used for flight control surfaces, landing gear, weapon bay doors, or other mechanisms requiring precise motion control.
NAICS code 334511 designates Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. This classification covers manufacturers of instruments and systems for aircraft navigation, control, and related functions. Companies in this space typically produce specialized aerospace components with strict military specifications and traceability requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A727T1547 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | October 27, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted solicitation—no small business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors may all submit offers. Small businesses interested in this market should assess whether they can meet DLA's qualification requirements for suppliers of aviation-critical components, which typically include:
- Quality certifications: AS9100 aerospace quality management is standard for this NAICS
- Source approval: DLA may require qualification or first article testing prior to award
- Traceability documentation: Full material and process documentation for aerospace applications
- Military specifications compliance: Parts must conform to applicable MIL-STD or MIL-SPEC drawings
Small businesses without prior DLA supplier status should verify whether the solicitation includes provisions for new entrants or requires existing qualification.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted DLA Aviation solicitations, pricing discipline and responsiveness matter heavily:
Technical compliance: Obtain the full technical package from SAM.gov. Electro-mechanical actuators for defense applications typically reference specific military drawings, performance envelopes, and environmental testing requirements. Any deviation from stated specifications risks rejection.
Past performance: DLA evaluates contractor performance history, particularly for complex aerospace components. Document relevant production experience with similar actuators, especially for military or FAA-certified applications.
Supply chain and lead time: Assess your manufacturing capacity against required delivery schedules. DLA Aviation contracts often penalize late delivery to operational squadrons or depots.
Pricing strategy: Unrestricted competition means competing against established Tier 1/2 aerospace suppliers. Small businesses should calculate whether they can achieve price competitiveness at likely volumes or identify value-add differentiators (faster turnaround, sole-source technical capability, secondary sourcing flexibility).
Packaging and marking: DLA has strict military preservation, packaging, and marking requirements (MIL-STD-2073).(include costs for compliant packaging.
Next steps
Download and review the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727T1547. The combined synopsis/solicitation format means the notice contains both the synopsis and the complete solicitation documents needed to prepare an offer.
Pay careful attention to: the specific National Stock Number (NSN) or part number; quantity and delivery requirements; any applicable technical data packages or drawings; and qualification requirements for new suppliers. Note the firm response deadline of October 27, 2026—DLA typically does not extend deadlines for operational requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →