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12--GUARD ASSY WEATHER

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency's Weapons Support organization is seeking a guard assembly, weather—a component typically used to protect equipment from environmental exposure. Through DLA Maritime Columbus, DLA Weapons Support is handling this procurement for the Department of Defense.

NAICS code 336419 classifies this as "Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing." Work in this category involves producing specialized components and subassemblies for defense and aerospace applications. Weather guard assemblies generally serve as protective housings or shields for sensitive military equipment, ensuring operational reliability across adverse conditions.

The solicitation is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, meaning the posting both announces the opportunity and serves as the formal request for offers, streamlining the procurement process.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity has no specified set-aside, meaning it is open to all businesses regardless of size or socioeconomic status. Small businesses, large businesses, and contractors of all types may compete.

Given the NAICS code 336419 and the nature of the item, bidders should generally possess:

• Experience manufacturing precision metal or composite assemblies for defense/aerospace applications
• Capability to meet military specifications and quality standards
• Approved manufacturing and inspection processes for DLA supply items
• Familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements

If you are a small business without prior defense manufacturing experience, evaluate carefully whether you can meet technical and contractual requirements. See the solicitation for specific qualification criteria.

How to put together a competitive bid

For unguarded DLA component solicitations in the aerospace/defense manufacturing space, competitive bids typically require attention to several areas:

Technical compliance: Submit exact product descriptions, drawings, and specifications. DLA Weapons Support procurements typically require conformance to detailed military specifications. Verify your guard assembly matches all stated requirements.

Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar NSN items through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or procurement history tools. Factor in raw material costs, specialized coatings or treatments, and testing requirements.

Quality assurance: Be prepared to demonstrate your quality management system, likely requiring AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification. First article testing or source inspection may apply.

Past performance: Document relevant experience supplying similar components to DLA, other defense agencies, or commercial aerospace customers.

Small business considerations: While this is not a set-aside, small businesses should highlight any applicable socioeconomic status in DLA's evaluation framework and verify size standard eligibility (1,500 employees for NAICS 336419).

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov by searching solicitation number SPE7M127T1373—the metadata contains only summary information; all technical specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms are in the full document.

2. Note the deadline: Responses are due November 2, 2026. Allow adequate time for proposal preparation, especially if first article samples or complex certifications are required.

3. Register in DIBBS if not already registered, as DLA Maritime procurements often require submission through that system.

4. Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and complete, as this is mandatory for award.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →