17--DRIVE ASSY,AIRCRAFT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is procuring a drive assembly for aircraft. This falls under DLA's traditional mission of supplying spare parts and sustainment equipment for military vehicle and aircraft fleets. Drive assemblies are mechanical components that transmit power within aircraft systems—see the solicitation for the specific application, technical specifications, and quantity requirements.
The DLA Troop Support Construction & Equipment directorate manages procurement for a wide range of equipment needs across the military services. Aircraft parts procurement typically involves strict quality standards, traceability requirements, and adherence to military or commercial aerospace specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Troop Support (Dept of Defense) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE8EF27T0201 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata—see the solicitation |
The NAICS code 336413 corresponds to "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing." This industry classification covers manufacturers of aircraft parts and subassemblies that are not specifically classified elsewhere, including various mechanical and electromechanical components used in aircraft systems.
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. Large businesses, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors may all submit offers. However, small businesses in NAICS 336413 should note that the Small Business Administration size standard for this industry is 1,500 employees—see the solicitation to confirm the applicable size standard for this specific procurement.
Given the technical nature of aerospace manufacturing, bidders typically need:
- Experience with aerospace quality management systems (AS9100 certification is common though not always mandatory)
- Ability to meet military or FAA technical specifications
- Manufacturing capability for precision mechanical components
- Established supply chain for aerospace-grade materials
Veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, women-owned, and 8(a) small businesses may still pursue this opportunity and should register their certifications in SAM.gov to ensure any applicable evaluation factors are applied.
How to put together a competitive bid
For aerospace parts procurement, focus on these elements typically found in DLA solicitations:
Technical compliance: Obtain the applicable military specification (MIL-SPEC), technical data package, or commercial item description referenced in the solicitation. Drive assemblies often require specific dimensional tolerances, material certifications, and performance testing—see the solicitation for exact requirements.
Quality system documentation: Be prepared to demonstrate your quality management system. DLA frequently requires Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) acceptance of a contractor's quality system or evidence of third-party certification.
Past performance: Prepare references from similar aerospace or defense contracts. DLA evaluates past performance on timeliness, quality, and contract administration.
Pricing strategy: Analyze your manufacturing costs carefully, including material, labor, overhead, and any tooling investments. For repair parts, DLA may have historical pricing data—research comparable sales if available through DLA's Price Filing System.
Small-business participation: If subcontracting is anticipated, develop a subcontracting plan that addresses how you'll provide maximum practicable opportunity to small businesses.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE8EF27T0201. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notice contains the complete terms, conditions, statement of work, and instructions for submission.
Note the response deadline of November 9, 2026—DLA solicitations typically require responses by the specified time, and late submissions are generally not accepted. Verify whether the solicitation requires electronic submission through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or another designated portal.
If technical drawings or specifications are referenced but not attached to the SAM notice, follow the solicitation's instructions for obtaining these documents, which may require registration in DLA's technical data repositories.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →