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30--COUPLING HALF,SHAFT

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Wed, 18 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Weapons Support, part of the Defense Logistics Agency Land at Columbus, is procuring a mechanical component classified under Federal Supply Classification 30—mechanical power transmission equipment. The specific item is a coupling half for shaft applications. Coupling halves are components used to connect two shafts together for power transmission in rotating machinery, commonly found in military vehicles, industrial equipment, and weapons systems maintenance and repair operations.

DLA Weapons Support manages the supply chain for weapons systems and related mechanical components across the Department of Defense. These items typically support depot maintenance, field repair, and sustainment of military platforms where shaft alignment and power transfer are critical.

Key facts

The NAICS code 333612 designates "Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing," which includes manufacturers of shaft couplings, universal joints, and related power transmission components. This classification applies to businesses that produce these items rather than distributors or service providers.

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program. To qualify, your business must:

• Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 333612 (typically 1,000 employees for this code; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov)
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have the NAICS code 333612 in your SAM profile
• Be classified as "small" under that NAICS by the SBA's standards

Veteran-owned, women-owned, HUBZone, and 8(a) small businesses that also meet general small business criteria are eligible and may receive evaluation preferences if the solicitation includes such provisions. However, this is a general small business set-aside, not restricted to any socioeconomic subset.

How to put together a competitive bid

Technical compliance: See the solicitation for exact specifications regarding material, dimensions, tolerances, threading, keyway configurations, and surface finish requirements. DLA mechanical component solicitations typically reference military or commercial standards such as ASTM, SAE, or MIL-SPEC drawings. Obtain the full technical data package referenced in the solicitation.

Quality systems: DLA Land suppliers of mechanical components often need to demonstrate quality management capabilities. Verify whether the solicitation requires ISO 9001 certification, government inspection at source, or first article testing.

Past performance: Prepare documentation of prior deliveries of similar coupling components or power transmission equipment, particularly to DLA or other DoD customers. Include delivery quality metrics and any Special Product Quality Codes your facility maintains.

Pricing structure: Analyze historical DLA pricing for similar items through FPDS or GSA tools if available. Factor in material costs (typically steel alloys), machining operations, protective coating, and packaging per MIL-STD-129 or DLA packaging requirements.

Production capacity: Demonstrate ability to meet any stated or implied delivery schedules. DLA Weapons Support contracts often support urgent sustainment needs.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127U0171 to obtain complete specifications, quantity, delivery requirements, packaging instructions, and evaluation criteria.

2. Note the deadline: Responses are due November 18, 2026.

3. Verify your SAM registration is current and includes NAICS 333612.

4. Download all attachments, including drawings, specifications, and clauses, before preparing your offer.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →