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25--DISK,CLUTCH,VEHICULAR

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Columbus, under DLA Weapons Support, is seeking sources for clutch disks for vehicular applications—mechanical components used in vehicle powertrain systems to engage and disengage power transmission. This is a supply contract for a standardized military item in Federal Supply Class 25 (Vehicular Equipment Components). Clutch disks in this category are typically replacement parts for tactical, commercial, or support vehicles in the Department of Defense fleet.

Details on specific vehicle platforms, quantities, delivery schedules, and technical specifications are not provided in the notice metadata—see the solicitation for these requirements.

Key facts

Note on NAICS: The assigned code 322219 (Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing) appears inconsistent with the FSC 25 vehicular parts description. Offerors should verify the correct NAICS and any applicable size standard directly in the solicitation, as this may affect small business eligibility determinations.

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses certified as small under the applicable size standard. Given the NAICS 322219 assignment, the relevant size standard would typically be 1,000 employees, though offerors should confirm this in the solicitation. Eligible bidders must be:

• Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration
• Certified as small for the listed NAICS code in their SAM profile
• Capable of meeting any DLA supplier qualification requirements for vehicle parts (typically including ISO quality standards and source inspection protocols)

Small businesses owned by veterans, women, or other disadvantaged groups may gain additional consideration if the agency applies further prioritization, though the metadata indicates only a general small business set-aside.

How to put together a competitive bid

For vehicle parts supply contracts, focus on these elements:

Technical compliance: DLA awards for FSC 25 items often go to manufacturers or authorized distributors with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) pedigree. Ensure you can provide first article inspection samples if required, and verify your part numbers cross-reference to the NSN or specification cited in the solicitation.

Pricing strategy: Clutch disks for military vehicles are frequently price-sensitive commodities. Research DLA's historical pricing through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS for comparable awards. Consider multi-year pricing if the solicitation allows.

Past performance: Document your experience supplying vehicular components to DLA or other DoD customers. Highlight on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance history.

Packaging and marking: MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073 requirements typically apply. Factor in costs for radio frequency identification (RFID) tagging and appropriate preservation levels.

Source of supply: If you are a distributor rather than manufacturer, establish and document your supply chain. DLA may require proof of authorized distribution agreements.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L427T0698
2. Verify the NAICS code and size standard immediately, as the assigned code appears inconsistent with the vehicular parts description; this could affect your bidding strategy or eligibility
3. Review requirements for technical data, approved sources, inspection criteria, and delivery terms
4. Submit your response by November 9, 2026

Questions about the requirement should be directed to the contracting officer listed in the full solicitation before the response deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →