15--SUPPORT,STRUCTURAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Aviation (Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Richmond) is procuring structural support items classified under Federal Supply Classification 15—Aerospace craft structural components. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the advance notice of a procurement opportunity and the formal solicitation document for bidding purposes.
NAICS 336413 covers "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing." This industry classification includes manufacturers that produce aircraft parts and subassemblies (excluding engines and propulsion units), such as structural components, flight surfaces, control systems, and related assemblies used in military and civilian aircraft.
The procurement is set aside entirely for small business participation, indicating DLA Aviation intends to award this contract to a qualified small business manufacturer rather than opening competition to large businesses.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation — Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A727T1484 |
| NAICS | 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small business manufacturers that qualify under NAICS 336413's size standard. The total small business set-aside means no large business may participate as a prime contractor.
To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for NAICS 336413 (typically 1,000 employees; verify current standard at SAM.gov)
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with active registration
- Have any required DLA/DOD certifications for aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Demonstrate manufacturing capability for aircraft structural components per FSC 15
Manufacturers with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance experience, Quality Management System certifications (such as AS9100 for aerospace), and prior DLA supply chain integration will be best positioned. If you are a non-manufacturer, you may need to meet the non-manufacturer rule exceptions or partner with a qualifying small business manufacturer.
How to put together a competitive bid
Obtain and review the full solicitation immediately: As a combined synopsis/solicitation, technical specifications, delivery requirements, inspection criteria, and packaging standards are contained in the full document—not summarized in metadata.
Verify your SAM registration and small business status: Ensure your SAM profile is active, your NAICS 336413 is listed, and your size certification is current. DLA requires valid SAM registration for award.
Assess manufacturing and quality capabilities: Structural support items for DLA Aviation typically require adherence to military specifications (MIL-SPECs), dimensional tolerances, material certifications, and traceability documentation. Confirm your quality system can produce the required documentation.
Evaluate supply chain and delivery capacity: DLA Aviation operations depend on reliable delivery to support military aircraft readiness. Review any requirements for shelf life, source inspection, or first-article testing.
Pricing strategy: Develop pricing based on actual material costs, labor, overhead, and any special testing or certification requirements. DLA may evaluate on lowest technically acceptable price or best value—see the solicitation for evaluation criteria.
Past performance preparation: Be ready to document relevant manufacturing experience, especially prior DLA, military, or aerospace structural component deliveries.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727T1484 to obtain technical specifications, quantity, delivery schedule, evaluation factors, and exact offer submission instructions.
- Note the deadline: Responses are due October 26, 2026. Allow adequate time for proposal preparation, internal review, and SAM.gov submission.
- Contact the contracting officer listed in the full solicitation with any questions before submitting your offer.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →