25--COVER,SEAT,VEHICULAR
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is procuring covers for vehicle seats through DLA Land at Columbus, Ohio. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 25, which covers vehicular equipment components. The specific item is a COVER, SEAT, VEHICULAR—a replacement or spare part for military vehicle seating systems.
DLA Land serves as the primary logistics manager for land-based weapon systems and associated spare parts across the Department of Defense. Vehicle seat covers are essential maintenance items that protect seating in tactical and utility vehicles, requiring durability standards appropriate for military operating conditions.
For NAICS 336360 (Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing), this type of work typically involves cutting, sewing, and assembling fabric, leather, or synthetic covers to fit specific vehicle seat frames. Military specifications may require flame-resistant materials, reinforced wear points, camouflage patterns, or other performance characteristics. See the solicitation for exact technical requirements, quantities, and any applicable military specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – DLA Land, Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L327U0027 |
| NAICS | 336360 – Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program. To qualify, your business must:
- Be certified as small under NAICS 336360 size standards (typically 1,000 employees for this code, but verify current SBA standards)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have any required DLA Qualification or MIL-SPEC compliance capabilities for textile/vehicle seating production
If you do not currently manufacture motor vehicle seating or interior trim, you may still qualify if you can demonstrate capability to meet the technical requirements, potentially through subcontracting arrangements or equipment acquisition. However, you must perform the primary and vital requirements of the contract yourself to maintain small business eligibility.
Businesses in related fields—automotive upholstery, marine seating, aerospace interior components, or heavy equipment seating—may find their capabilities transferable to this requirement.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand DLA's contracting conventions: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices often allow immediate quotation without a separate RFP phase. Prepare to submit pricing and technical data together by the deadline.
Technical preparation:
- Review the solicitation for specification sheets identifying exact seat models, dimensions, materials, and performance standards
- Confirm capacity to source military-grade fabrics or coatings if specified (common requirements include MIL-PRF specifications for flame resistance, abrasion, or colorfastness)
- Document your quality system (ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent), which DLA frequently evaluates
- Identify any First Article Testing or Source Inspection requirements typical for DLA spare parts contracts
Pricing strategy:
- Research DLA's historical pricing for similar items through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS reports
- Factor in Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST) costs, which DLA contracts typically include
- Consider long-term pricing if the solicitation includes option years or requirements-type contract structures
Submission mechanics:
- Submit through DIBBS (the designated DLA electronic procurement portal) unless the solicitation specifies otherwise
- Include all mandatory representations and certifications from SAM.gov
Next steps
Read the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L327U0027 to obtain specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, and exact submission instructions
Note the deadline: This is a 14-day window from posting (October 16, 2026) to response (October 30, 2026). DLA procurement timelines can be tight; verify whether the deadline allows sufficient time for technical review and material quoting
Register or verify SAM.gov status and DIBBS access if not already active
Contact the contracting officer listed in the solicitation with any clarification questions, allowing adequate time before the deadline for response and any needed bid adjustments
See the solicitation for complete requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →