16--PIN,BLADE,MAIN ROTO
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is soliciting for blade, main rotor pins—specialized hardware components for rotary-wing aircraft. These are critical structural fasteners that attach main rotor blades to the rotor hub,承受 extreme flight loads on military helicopters. DLA Aviation Richmond manages this procurement as part of the agency's mission to supply aviation parts to all military services.
Items in Federal Supply Classification Class 16—Aircraft Components and Accessories—cover structural hardware that must meet strict aerospace material and performance specifications. Given the "main rotor" designation, these pins likely serve utility, attack, or cargo helicopters in the Defense Department's fleet. The specific part number, material, dimensions, certification requirements, and quantity are not included in the available metadata; see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A727Q0181 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 16, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for total small business set-aside, meaning only certified small businesses under NAICS 336413 may submit offers. NAICS 336413 covers "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing," which includes manufacturers and value-added distributors of aerospace structural components.
Your firm must:
- Register in SAM.gov and hold active small business status for NAICS 336413
- Meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code—typically 1,000 employees, but verify the current threshold
- Demonstrate capability to produce or supply aerospace-grade hardware meeting DLA's technical and quality requirements
No specific certifications like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB are required beyond small business status.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical baseline. Main rotor pins are life-safety flight-critical items. DLA typically requires materials traceability, forging or machining to aerospace tolerances, and compliance with military or OEM specifications. Review the solicitation's drawings, material specifications (likely steel or titanium alloy), and any required testing such as magnetic particle inspection or hardness verification.
Assess your supply chain and manufacturing capacity. If you are a distributor, confirm your source's production lead times and whether they hold appropriate quality certifications such as AS9100 or Nadcap. DLA Aviation often requires source approval or first article inspection for critical safety items.
Price strategically. DLA uses automated evaluation for many parts procurements, often awarding to the lowest technically acceptable offer. Research historical pricing for this National Stock Number or similar items through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) if available. Factor in material volatility, especially for aerospace alloys.
Submit through DIBBS or the specified portal. DLA Aviation primarily uses DIBBS for quotation submission. Ensure your quotation includes all required representations, certifications, and any requested technical data. Late submissions are not accepted.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727Q0181. The complete notice contains part numbers, quantities, technical specifications, inspection requirements, and exact submission instructions.
Note the deadline: Responses are due November 16, 2026. Allow time for system registration, technical review, and quotation preparation—DLA Aviation solicitations for critical safety items often require detailed documentation that cannot be assembled quickly.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →