16--PARTS KIT,VALVE OVE
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 is procuring a valve parts kit under Federal Supply Classification 16 (Aircraft Components and Accessories). This is a routine sustainment purchase for military aviation logistics—DLA Aviation manages the Department of Defense's supply chain for aircraft parts, keeping operational and legacy fleets mission-ready.
The NAICS code 336411 designates "Aircraft Manufacturing," though in DLA's context this typically covers manufacturing or overhaul of aircraft components and parts kits rather than complete airframe production. A valve parts kit would include the components necessary to repair or overhaul a specific valve assembly, packaged together under a single National Stock Number for streamlined logistics.
As a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, this notice serves as both the procurement announcement and the solicitation document—vendors can respond directly to this posting without waiting for a separate formal solicitation release.
Key facts
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A627T5053 |
| NAICS | 336411 – Aircraft Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under the total small business set-aside. To compete, your firm must:
- Qualify as small under NAICS 336411 size standards (see the solicitation for the applicable employee or revenue threshold)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Hold any required DLA Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) access for electronic data interchange if awarded
- Have or obtain a CAGE code and demonstrate ability to meet DLA's quality and packaging requirements for aviation parts
Prior DLA supplier experience is advantageous but not necessarily required—new vendors can establish performance history through successful delivery on smaller awards.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirement. Review the solicitation for the exact valve kit specification, applicable military or commercial specifications (such as MIL-PRF or SAE standards), and interchangeability requirements. Aviation parts demand strict conformance—deviation requests must typically be submitted before proposal closing.
Price strategically for DLA's environment. DLA Transportation & Aviation pricing evaluates on total evaluated price including transportation to consignee. Consider your source for castings, forgings, or subcomponents; long-lead proprietary items can erode margins if not accurately costed.
Demonstrate quality system adequacy. DLA Aviation suppliers typically need AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems, with source inspection or first article requirements. Reference your existing approvals—FAA-PMA, OEM approvals, or prior DLA acceptances strengthen your proposal.
Address packaging and marking. MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073 requirements apply. Incorrect packaging is a frequent cause of DLA receipt rejection.
Submit through ASVAC or DLA's electronic systems as directed in the solicitation, with all required representations and certifications completed in SAM.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A627T5053. Verify the exact response deadline—metadata shows October 26, 2026, but confirm no amendments have adjusted this date. Download the specification and drawings to assess manufacturing feasibility and licensing requirements before committing proposal resources.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →