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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support is procuring aircraft seats under Federal Supply Classification 16, which covers aerospace craft components and accessories. Aircraft seats for military applications typically must meet stringent safety, flammability, and crashworthiness standards, including compliance with SAE AS8049 or MIL-STD-1290 depending on the specific platform. These items support DLA's mission to supply weapons systems and spare parts to military services.

See the solicitation on SAM.gov for the exact quantity, technical specifications, and delivery schedule.

Key facts

The NAICS code 336413 corresponds to "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing." This classification includes manufacturers of aircraft seating and related components, though the actual production and delivery location are not specified in the available metadata.

Who can bid

This opportunity is exclusively reserved for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. To qualify, your business must:

• Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 336413, which generally means 1,000 employees or fewer
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through contract award period
• Have a valid Unique Entity ID (UEI)
• Be certified as small in the applicable NAICS code in your SAM profile

Businesses owned by service-disabled veterans, women, or located in HUBZones may receive additional evaluation preference if this procurement includes applicable socioeconomic provisions, though the metadata does not specify subcontracting plans or socioeconomic goals beyond the small business set-aside.

How to put together a competitive bid

For DLA aircraft seat procurements, focus your proposal on:

Technical compliance: Obtain the full specification from SAM.gov. Aircraft seats typically require third-party testing documentation, materials traceability, and compliance with military or FAA standards. Submit complete technical data packages including test reports and engineering drawings.

Previous performance: Emphasize experience with DLA, Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC), or other military customers. Include past performance references for similar aerospace seating contracts, particularly those involving approved sources or Qualified Products Lists.

Quality systems: Highlight AS9100 certification or equivalent quality management systems. DLA weapons and aerospace contracts frequently require detailed quality assurance plans.

Pricing strategy: Research DLA's historical pricing for comparable seats through FPDS or GSA Advantage. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically mean the government intends to make award based on lowest priced technically acceptable offer—ensure your price is competitive while covering specialized manufacturing and testing costs.

Delivery reliability: Propose realistic lead times. Aircraft seat production involves custom tooling, certification testing, and potential first article inspection that can extend schedules significantly.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L427T0208. The notice was posted October 9, 2026, with responses due October 19, 2026—just ten days between posting and deadline. Prioritize obtaining the complete technical specifications and instructions immediately to assess feasibility and begin quote preparation. Note any required samples, first article testing, or approved source qualifications that could affect your ability to respond within this compressed timeframe.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →