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30--RATCHET WHEEL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Wed, 04 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Land Columbus, part of the Defense Logistics Agency, is procuring ratchet wheels. Ratchet wheels are mechanical components that form part of a ratchet mechanism, allowing motion in one direction while preventing motion in the opposite direction. These are commonly used in tools, machinery, and various weapon systems for tensioning, lifting, or securing operations.

This is a long-term contract action. The solicitation was posted in October 2026 with a response deadline in November 2026, suggesting this is part of DLA's ongoing sustainment and supply chain management for defense components. DLA Weapons Support manages procurement for items that support military weapons systems and related equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses certified under NAICS 333612. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this NAICS code. As of widely published SBA standards, NAICS 333612 typically carries a size standard of 1,000 employees—verify the current threshold on SBA.gov.

You must be registered in SAM.gov with active status, have the appropriate NAICS code in your profile, and be designated as a small business. No additional socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required based on the metadata—this is a general small business set-aside.

Given DLA's role, bidders should expect defense-unique requirements including compliance with DFARS clauses, quality standards, and potentially counterfeit prevention protocols common to DLA supply contracts.

How to put together a competitive bid

Focus on these elements specific to mechanical power transmission components and DLA weapons support:

• Technical compliance: Ratchet wheels for defense applications typically require adherence to military or commercial specifications for material grade, tooth geometry, hardness, and load ratings. see the solicitation for exact specifications, tolerances, and any First Article Test requirements.

• Quality systems: DLA suppliers commonly need ISO 9001:2015 certification or equivalent quality management systems. NADCAP accreditation or special process certifications may apply depending on manufacturing methods (heat treating, plating, etc.). see the solicitation.

• Traceability and counterfeit avoidance: Defense supply chains require full material and process traceability. Implement AS6174 or equivalent counterfeit parts prevention procedures if not already certified.

• Pricing strategy: DLA awards frequently favor best value, but price competitiveness matters. Analyze historical DLA pricing for similar NSN items through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or FPDS data. Consider tooling amortization if custom tooling is required.

• Lead time and surge capacity: Weapons support contracts may require rapid fulfillment. Demonstrate manufacturing capacity and contingency planning.

• Past performance: Highlight relevant deliveries to DLA, other DoD components, or similar precision mechanical component contracts.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov by searching solicitation number SPE7LX27U0268. The synopsis states key delivery locations, quantities, packaging requirements, and all applicable clauses.

2. Confirm your small business size status matches the current SBA threshold for NAICS 333612.

3. Note the deadline: Responses are due November 4, 2026—allow time for SAM.gov technical issues and any required oral presentations or samples.

4. Register in DIBBS (if not already) at dibbs.bsm.dla.mil, as DLA Land often uses this platform for Quotes and technical exchanges even when synopsis appears on SAM.gov.

5. Contact the contracting office listed in the full solicitation with questions well before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →