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16--SHAFT ASSEMBLY,LIMI

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is procuring an aircraft shaft assembly with limiter functionality. This falls under DLA's mission of supplying spare and repair parts to military aviation programs. DLA Aviation Richmond serves as the contracting activity.

This type of component—classified under FSC 16 (Aircraft Components and Accessories)—typically relates to drive train or power transmission elements in rotary-wing or fixed-wing aircraft. A "limiter" function suggests the assembly incorporates a mechanical or torque-limiting feature designed to protect connected systems from overload conditions. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, applicable military or commercial specifications, and required contractor logistics support.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small business. Only eligible small businesses under NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) may bid.

To qualify, a firm must meet SBA size standards for NAICS 336413, which uses employee-based or receipts-based thresholds depending on specific product lines. The business must also be registered in SAM.gov with active status, have the appropriate NAICS code in its profile, and comply with any DLA supplier requirements for aviation parts, which may include source approval, quality certifications (such as AS9100), and adherence to DLA's qualification processes for critical safety items.

诠 Businesses new to DLA should verify whether this part requires qualification testing or existing approved source status before bidding.

How to put together a competitive bid

Technical compliance: Review the solicitation for exact part number, national stock number (NSN), drawing requirements, and applicable specifications (potentially MIL-PRF, MIL-STD, or SAE/AMS standards). Aviation components often require material certifications, traceability documentation, and detailed inspection records.

Pricing intelligence: Research DLA's historical pricing for this NSN or comparable shaft assemblies through tools like FPDS or DLA's Customer Assistance Handbook. DLA typically evaluates on price alone for spare parts unless stated otherwise. Factor in certified specialty materials, heat treating, precision machining, and any required non-destructive testing.

Small business positioning: Highlight any small business socio-economic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) if applicable, though this is a total small business set-aside without further subcategories. Emphasize past performance with DLA Aviation, OEM experience, or commercial equivalent production.

Delivery and packaging: DLA aviation contracts require strict compliance with Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) labeling, preservation, and packaging per MIL-STD-2073 or commercial equivalents. Confirm required delivery destination—likely DLA Distribution or direct to a military depot.

Quality system readiness: Ensure your Quality Management System can produce the inspection and test documentation DLA requires. First article testing may be mandated.

Next steps

Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727T1332. The combined synopsis/solicitation format means the document contains both the notice and the provisions needed to submit an offer. Review all technical data, clauses, and delivery requirements carefully. The response deadline is October 23, 2026—verify the exact time of day and submission method (likely electronic through DLA's Internet Bid Board System or SAM.gov).

View the official notice on SAM.gov →