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30--GEAR,SPUR

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Tue, 17 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Weapons Support is procuring spur gears, a type of mechanical power transmission component. Spur gears are cylindrical gears with straight teeth cut parallel to the shaft, used to transmit motion and power between parallel shafts in machinery and equipment. This procurement falls under the Defense Logistics Agency's role in supplying parts to support military weapon systems and related platforms.

The specific requirements for these gears—material specifications, dimensions, tolerances, quantity, and any military or commercial standards—see the solicitation on SAM.gov.

Key facts

NAICS 333613 corresponds to "Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing," which includes gears, gearboxes, speed changers, and industrial high-speed drives. Companies classified in this NAICS or registered under it in SAM.gov are positioned to compete.

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for certified small businesses. To qualify, your business must:

• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have small business status for NAICS 333613 (verify size standard in Table of Small Business Size Standards; for 333613, typically 1,000 employees)
• Be certified as small in your SAM.gov profile
• Meet any DLA or DIBBS (DLA Internet Bid Board System) registration requirements

Note on "Total" set-aside: No large business prime may bid; subcontracting to large businesses does not satisfy the requirement. If you are a small business but not currently registered in DIBBS, you may need to complete that enrollment to submit bids to DLA.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand DLA's gear procurement patterns: DLA frequently buys to military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or qualified product lists (QPL). Review whether this spur gear requires specific standards such as AGMA (American Gear Manufacturers Association), SAE, or military detail specifications. See the solicitation for required standards.

Source and certification matters: DLA often requires domestic sourcing or compliance with the Berry Amendment or Buy American Act for metal components. Verify origin requirements, material certifications, and traceability documentation. See the solicitation.

Pricing strategy: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically mean the government will award based on lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Review the synopsis carefully for evaluation factors—price will likely dominate, but technical compliance is the gate.

Leverage DIBBS for research: Search DIBBS for the solicitation number or NSN/national stock number if referenced. Historical pricing and past procurement quantities may be visible, aiding your cost buildup.

Delivery and packaging: DLA has strict packaging and labeling requirements (MIL-STD-2073, etc.). Factor compliance costs into your bid. See the solicitation for prescribed packaging.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7LX27U0458. This notice is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, so the full document should contain specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, and instructions.

2. Note the response deadline: November 17, 2026. DLA synopses typically have short windows; confirm whether responses submit through SAM.gov, DIBBS, or another portal.

3. Verify your SAM.gov registration is active through the award period and your small business certification is current.

4. Register in DIBBS if you have not already; most DLA Land procurements require DIBBS submission.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →