25--MIRROR HEAD,VEHICULAR
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a supplier for mirror heads designed for vehicular applications. This falls under DLA Land Columbus's weapons support portfolio, indicating the mirrors are intended for military ground vehicles rather than commercial automotive use.
Vehicular mirror heads in federal defense procurement typically serve tactical and combat vehicles, where durability, visibility range, and resistance to environmental stressors are critical. The NAICS code 336360 places this in the Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Manufacturing industry classification, which includes various interior and exterior motor vehicle components even when the primary product description doesn't match the company name directly.
DLA Land Columbus manages sustainment for land-based weapon systems and support equipment across the Army and Marine Corps. Mirror heads procured through this venue would likely need to meet military specifications (MIL-STD) or commercial item descriptions (CID) for defense applications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) — Land Weapons Support, Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L427T0205 |
| NAICS | 336360 — Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted procurement with no small-business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size—including large manufacturers—can compete directly. The absence of a set-aside suggests DLA anticipates either limited small-business capacity in this specialized defense market or has determined the requirement doesn't qualify under small-business competition rules.
To bid, you must:
- Be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) with active registration through contract performance period
- Have the 336360 NAICS code in your SAM profile (recommended but check solicitation for exact requirements)
- Meet any defense contractor requirements the solicitation specifies, such as DFARS clauses or ITAR registration if mirrors contain controlled technical data
Small manufacturers in the motor vehicle parts sector should evaluate whether they can meet defense quality standards and volume requirements before investing bid resources.
How to put together a competitive bid
Mirror head procurement for military vehicles demands attention to specification compliance above cost minimization. DLA typically references technical documents (drawings, performance specifications, or commercial item descriptions) that define material requirements, optical standards, vibration resistance, and mounting compatibility.
Key bid preparation steps:
- Download the full solicitation package from SAM.gov to identify the exact specification (likely a DLA standard or military drawing number)
- Verify your quality system certification—DLA often requires ISO 9001 or equivalent; defense vehicle components may need additional certifications
- Confirm supply chain integrity for raw materials; defense procurement increasingly emphasizes domestic sourcing under Berry Amendment or Buy American Act provisions
- Review past procurement history for this NSN or similar line items in DLA's procurement data tools to understand typical award quantities and pricing
- Prepare to demonstrate surge capacity or long-term sustainment commitment, as DLA contracts often span multiple option years
The 10-day response window (posted October 9, deadline October 19, 2026) is abbreviated—typical for simplified acquisitions under FAR Part 13 or pre-negotiated requirements.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov immediately using solicitation number SPE7L427T0205. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means the notice itself may constitute the complete offer document, or it may direct you to attached specifications and clauses.
Note the deadline: October 19, 2026—with only 10 days between posting and deadline, prompt action is essential. Late submissions are not accepted in federal procurement.
Check whether the solicitation requires electronic submission through DLA's procurement system or standard SAM.gov solicitation response mechanisms. Verify any required vendor briefings or sample submission requirements that would consume additional lead time.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →