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30--SHAFT,SHOULDERED

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Aviation at Richmond is procuring shaft, shouldered items—mechanical components used in aircraft systems, engines, or related ground support equipment. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 30, which covers mechanical power transmission equipment. Shouldered shafts are precision-machined cylindrical components with a flange or shoulder that provides axial positioning or load-bearing surfaces in rotating assemblies.

NAICS code 333613 corresponds to Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing. Companies in this classification typically produce gears, pulleys, sprockets, couplings, clutches, drive chains, and related shafting components for industrial and aerospace applications.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an advance announcement and the formal request for proposals—there is typically no separate full solicitation document to follow.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning any responsible business may bid regardless of size or socioeconomic status. This includes:

• Large manufacturers of aerospace components
• Small businesses that meet 333613 size standards
• Non-traditional defense contractors

Small businesses should verify they meet size standards for NAICS 333613 (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for current thresholds). While no small-business preference applies, small manufacturers with relevant capabilities should not self-exclude—DLA Aviation frequently awards to qualified small suppliers.

Given the specialized nature of aerospace shafting, bidders should have or be able to obtain:

• AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality certification (typically required for DLA Aviation)
• Experience with military/ aerospace material specifications and dimensional tolerances
• Traceability and testing documentation capabilities

How to put together a competitive bid

For mechanical power transmission components under DLA Aviation:

Technical compliance: Obtain the full solicitation to identify exact specifications, including material grade, heat treatment, surface finish, and geometric tolerances. DLA Aviation procurements typically reference military standards (MIL-SPEC) or SAE/AMS specifications. Deviations from specified requirements usually result in automatic rejection.

Quality documentation: Prepare to submit material certifications, inspection reports, and certificates of conformance. For FSC 30 items, dimensional verification against the shoulder configuration and runout tolerances is typically critical.

Past performance: Be prepared to demonstrate experience manufacturing similar aerospace or military-critical shafting. DLA evaluates delivery reliability and quality history.

Pricing strategy: Research DLA's historical pricing for comparable NSNs if available. For full-and-open competition, large manufacturers may have economies of scale, but small businesses can compete on responsiveness, shorter lead times, or specialized expertise.

Registration: Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and your MPIN is current. DLA requires registration in the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS) for suppliers of mechanical components.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A527T1234—combined synopsis/solicitations contain all proposal requirements, specifications, and clauses.

2. Note the deadline: Responses are due October 23, 2026 (eight days after posting). This is an extremely short turnaround typical of DLA's streamlined procurement process.

3. Contact DLA Aviation Richmond promptly if specifications are unclear—given the abbreviated timeline, pre-bid questions should be submitted without delay.

see the solicitation

View the official notice on SAM.gov →