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30--SHAFT,DRIVE,FLEXIBLE

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA LAND AND MARITIME · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, Columbus, is seeking a small business supplier for flexible drive shafts under a combined synopsis and solicitation. These are mechanical power transmission components—typically rotating shafts that can transmit torque around bends or between misaligned components. Flexible drive shafts see use across military vehicle systems, industrial equipment, and other applications where rigid shafting would be impractical.

DLA Land and Maritime serves as the primary logistics support organization for land and maritime weapon systems, managing spare parts and sustainment for the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and other customers. This procurement falls under Federal Supply Class 30 (mechanical power transmission equipment), specifically National Stock Number items in the shaft, drive, flexible category.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under NAICS 333612/333613 (mechanical power transmission equipment manufacturing). To qualify, your business must:

• Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 333613 (see the solicitation for specific thresholds, typically based on employee count or receipts)
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration
• Have appropriate manufacturing capabilities for flexible drive shafts or able to source compliant items meeting DLA technical requirements

Manufacturers with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems often have advantages in DLA supply contracts. Prior DLA supply experience and existing Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) codes can streamline onboarding.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the technical requirements. Flexible drive shafts for defense applications involve specific torque ratings, bend radii, operating speeds, and material specifications (often stainless steel or specialized alloys). See the solicitation for exact technical and quality requirements.

Review DLA's Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) requirements. DLA contracts typically mandate electronic invoicing and shipment documentation through these systems.

Assess your supply chain for military specifications. DLA mechanical components frequently require compliance with military standards (MIL-SPEC) or DLA's Item Standardization and Provisioning programs. Confirm you can produce or source to the required specification.

Evaluate packaging and marking requirements. DLA has strict Military Packaging (MIL-STD-2073) and RFID/UID marking mandates for many shipments.

Price strategically. Total small business set-asides can attract strong competition. Consider your manufacturing efficiency, material costs, and DLA's historical pricing data (available through DLA's Internet Bid Board System) when developing your offer.

Submit through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). This is DLA's standard electronic procurement portal for most supply solicitations.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L127U0018 to obtain technical specifications, quantity, delivery requirements, and exact evaluation criteria.

2. Verify your SAM.gov registration is current and your business profile reflects NAICS 333613.

3. Note the deadline: Responses are due October 19, 2026.

4. Access DIBBS at dibbs.bsm.dla.mil to prepare your electronic submission and review any amendments posted after the initial synopsis date of October 4, 2026.

See the solicitation for complete terms, quantities, and delivery schedules.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →