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25--WHEEL ASSEMBLY,PNEU

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 13 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Land Columbus, part of the Defense Logistics Agency, is seeking a small business to supply wheel assemblies, pneumatic for military or defense logistics use. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 25, which covers a broad range of vehicular equipment components. Pneumatic wheel assemblies are inflated-tire wheel units commonly used on tactical vehicles, material handling equipment, trailers, and other defense platforms requiring shock absorption and off-road mobility.

The Defense Logistics Agency's weapons and land systems support mission means this acquisition likely supports sustainment of existing military vehicle fleets rather than new production. These components are critical for operational readiness, requiring adherence to military specifications (MIL-SPEC) standards for durability, load rating, and interchangeability with existing equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under the total small business set-aside program. Your firm must qualify as small under NAICS 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), which has a size standard of typically 1,000 employees for this industry—verify the current standard on SBA.gov.

You must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration through the contract award period. Your NAICS code registration should include 336390. DLA suppliers often need to meet additional requirements: acceptable past performance, ability to provide traceability documentation, and compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions. If your firm has not previously sold to DLA, review the DLA Land Supplier portal for qualification requirements. See the solicitation for any specific certification, testing, or source approval prerequisites.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the technical requirements: Pneumatic wheel assemblies for defense use must typically meet specific military specifications. Examine the solicitation for the exact NSN (National Stock Number), part number, drawing requirements, or performance specifications. Request the technical data package if referenced.

Price competitively: DLA awards are often lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA). Research historical pricing for similar wheel assemblies in DLA's FedMall or past procurement data. Factor in lead times for raw materials, rubber compounds, and military-grade wheel components.

Address supply chain risks: Pneumatic tires and wheel assemblies may involve specialty materials. Document your manufacturing source or subcontractor relationships. Be prepared to certify compliance with Berry Amendment or domestic sourcing requirements if specified.

Past performance documentation: Prepare references from prior defense or commercial wheel/tire supply, emphasizing on-time delivery and quality acceptance rates.

Small business advantage: No large competitors can bid. Highlight your small business status and any additional socioeconomic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) if applicable, though only the base small business set-aside applies here.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127T3180
2. Review all attachments for technical specifications, delivery requirements, and clause amendments
3. Verify your SAM registration is active and includes NAICS 336390
4. Submit your bid before November 13, 2026

Note that the posted date (November 2, 2026) allows limited time—approximately 11 days—to prepare and submit. See the solicitation for exact submission instructions and any required samples or technical proposals.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →