16--ACTUATOR,ELECTRO-ME
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Weapons Support is procuring an electro-mechanical actuator through Defense Logistics Agency Maritime. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves both as a market survey and as the formal solicitation document. Actuators of this type convert electrical energy into mechanical motion and are commonly used in weapons systems, shipboard equipment, and other Defense applications requiring precise position or force control.
This opportunity falls under NAICS code 336413, which covers Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. While the title specifies "actuator, electro-mechanical," this NAICS classification indicates the item is intended for aerospace or aircraft-related defense applications rather than general industrial use.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Weapons Support (Defense Logistics Agency Maritime) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M827T0495 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This contract is 100% set aside for small businesses. To compete, your business must:
- Qualify as small under the 336413 size standard (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for the specific employee or receipts threshold)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have any required ordnance or defense-related certifications applicable to aircraft parts manufacturing
- Meet DIBBS (DLA Internet Bid Board System) requirements if this is a DLA procure-to-pay transaction; many DLA items use DIBBS for quotation submission
Given the NAICS code and military application, prior experience with Mil-Spec or AS9100 quality standards is typically expected in this supply chain. If your firm manufactures actuators for commercial or industrial markets but not defense/aerospace, assess carefully whether you can meet the performance and documentation requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical compliance first. DLA Weapons Support acquisitions for actuators typically require conformance to detailed military specifications. Obtain the full solicitation to identify:
- Exact performance parameters (torque, voltage, stroke length, environmental ratings)
- Required testing and qualification data
- First Article requirements, if any
- Packaging and preservation standards (MIL-STD-2073 often applies)
Pricing strategy. DLA supply contracts are usually firm-fixed-price with competitive quotes. Research historical pricing through DIBBS or DLA's eTool suite. Consider:
- Minimum order quantities and economic order quantity implications
- Long-lead materials if this involves custom manufacturing
- Cost of qualification testing if not already completed
Past performance. While small business set-asides reduce competition, DLA still evaluates delivery reliability. Highlight any prior DLA or Navy/Maritime contracts, especially for NSN items.
Submission mechanics. Verify whether quotes go through DIBBS, ASVAC, or SAM.gov directly. DLA Maritime Columbus often uses DIBBS for routine procurements.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M827T0495 — this notice alone does not contain technical specifications, deliverables, or exact quantities
- Note the deadline: November 12, 2026
- Verify your SAM registration and any DLA-specific requirements before preparing your quote
- See the solicitation for place of performance, delivery schedule, and inspection/acceptance criteria
View the official notice on SAM.gov →