15--FLOOR,AIRCRAFT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Tue, 20 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is procuring floor equipment for aircraft. NAICS 336413 corresponds to "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing," which covers manufacturers and suppliers of components and specialized equipment used in aircraft construction, maintenance, and repair. Aircraft flooring systems typically involve specialized materials designed to meet strict aerospace standards for weight, fire resistance, durability, and load-bearing capacity. These floors may be used in military aircraft, cargo planes, rotorcraft, or other DLA-managed aviation platforms. The specific type, quantity, and technical requirements for this floor equipment—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Aviation, Department of Defense |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A527T0408 |
| NAICS | 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (no set-aside specified) |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata—see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is open to all responsible offerors; no small business set-aside applies. Any business—large or small—that manufactures or supplies aircraft floor equipment and can meet DLA's technical, quality, and contractual requirements may compete. Firms in NAICS 336413 typically hold or will need AS9100 aerospace quality management certification and sometimes specific military or airworthiness qualifications. Small businesses may still find competitive advantages through specialized expertise, agile manufacturing, or superior past performance. If you are a small business new to DLA Aviation, review the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and DLA Small Business Programs websites for complementary opportunities, as this specific solicitation is unrestricted.
How to put together a competitive bid
Aircraft parts procurement at DLA Aviation emphasizes technical compliance, traceability, and supply chain reliability. Focus your proposal on these elements:
- Quality systems: Highlight your AS9100 certification, any NADCAP accreditations, and military specification (MIL-SPEC) compliance expertise. DLA Aviation buyers scrutinize quality plans for aerospace components.
- Technical data package: Ensure you can produce or already possess the engineering drawings, materials specifications, and test reports the solicitation requires. Aerospace flooring often demands flame-resistance testing, load certification, and material traceability back to raw stock.
- Past performance: Document relevant deliveries to DLA, other DoD components, or commercial aerospace OEMs. Include Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), delivery ratings, and contactable references.
- Pricing strategy: Unrestricted competitions often draw large established suppliers. Scrutinize the Federal Supply Class 15 (Aircraft and Airframe Structural Components) pricing history on DLA's Internet Bid Bond System (DIBBS) to benchmark your offer.
- Packaging and marking: DLA has specific military packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Noncompliant bids risk rejection.
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Next steps
Read the full Combined Synopsis/Solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A527T0408 to obtain technical specifications, quantity, inspection requirements, and exact delivery terms. Note the firm deadline: responses are due October 20, 2026. Submit questions through the designated SAM.gov inquiry process well before the deadline, as aerospace technical requirements often require clarification.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →