25--BRACKET,ENGINE MOUNT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime—specifically DLA Land Columbus under DLA Weapons Support—is procuring bracket assemblies for engine mounts. This is a spare parts acquisition for military vehicle or equipment sustainment. DLA Land and Maritime manages the supply chain for land-based weapons systems and ground support equipment for the Department of Defense. Brackets of this type typically secure engines or engine components to vehicle frames, isolating vibration and managing structural loads during operation.
NAICS code 333618 covers "Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing," which includes parts and accessories for engines not classified elsewhere. This classification typically encompasses mount brackets, supports, and related hardware for internal combustion engines, turbines, and other powerplants used in military and commercial applications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime – DLA Land Columbus, DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L327T1222 |
| NAICS | 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to certified HUBZone small business concerns as defined in FAR 19.13. To qualify, your business must:
- Be designated as "small" under the NAICS 333618 size standard (see the solicitation for the applicable employee or receipts threshold)
- Maintain its principal office in a historically underutilized business zone
- Have at least 35% of employees residing in a HUBZone
- Be certified as HUBZone eligible in the SAM.gov system before bid submission
The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means this notice serves as both the presolicitation announcement and the actual solicitation document. If you are not currently HUBZone-certified, you cannot bid on this requirement; certification through SBA takes several weeks to months.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical requirements early. Engine mount brackets for military applications typically demand specific material certifications, tolerances, and conformance to military specifications (potentially MIL-STD, MIL-PRF, or drawing-specific requirements). See the solicitation for the exact technical data package, applicable specifications, and inspection requirements.
Assess your manufacturing capacity. Determine whether you can produce to the required quantities and delivery schedule. DLA awards are often firm-fixed-price with specific delivery windows; late deliveries can trigger default termination.
Pricing strategy. Research DLA's historical pricing for similar brackets through tools like FPDS or DLA's Customer Interaction Center. DLA publishes market research information that can inform your price-to-win analysis. Factor in your HUBZone competitive advantage—only certified firms compete, potentially reducing price pressure compared to full-and-open competitions.
Submit through DIBBS. DLA Land and Maritime conducts most procurements through its DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). Register and submit offers at dibbs.bsm.dla.mil, not through SAM.gov's response function.
Quality compliance. Confirm your quality system meets any required standards (commonly ISO 9001 or AS9100 for engine equipment). See the solicitation for specific quality assurance provisions and source inspection requirements.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L327T1222 to obtain technical specifications, quantity requirements, delivery schedule, inspection criteria, and all clauses and provisions. Note the firm response deadline of November 2, 2026—late submissions are inadmissible in DLA competitive procurements. If you are not yet DIBBS-registered, complete registration immediately to avoid last-minute technical delays.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →