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51--TOOL KIT,VEHICLE,ARMOR

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Wed, 04 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring a vehicle armor tool kit. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the coming opportunity and the actual solicitation document. DLA Aviation is the buying activity, specifically DLA Aviation Richmond, which handles procurement in support of military aviation and related ground equipment operations.

Vehicle armor tool kits are specialized maintenance and repair equipment sets used to support armored military vehicles. These kits typically contain tools for field and depot-level maintenance of armor systems, hull components, turret assemblies, and related subsystems. Given the classification code 51 and the item description, this procurement supports the broader defense logistics mission of keeping armored vehicle fleets mission-ready.

The nature of this requirement suggests it involves Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (NAICS 332216), which covers the fabrication of metal products including armored components and related equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS 332216. To qualify, your firm must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code, currently 500 employees. The set-aside means no large business offers will be considered.

You must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration, and should have any required DLA qualifications for supplying tools or sheet metal products to military specifications. Firms with past performance supporting military vehicle maintenance programs may have an advantage. See the solicitation for any specific security clearance, facility, or certification requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the technical requirements: Tool kits for military vehicle armor are likely governed by detailed specifications—possibly military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or DLA drawings. Obtain and review these carefully. See the solicitation for the complete technical data package.

Source and pricing: Identify your manufacturing or sourcing strategy for the specific tools and case configurations required. DLA procurements typically use First Article Testing or source inspection; factor these costs and lead times into your pricing. See the solicitation for inspection and acceptance terms.

Past performance: Highlight relevant experience with military tool kits, armored vehicle support equipment, or DLA contracts. Include references from similar government clients if available.

Small business advantages: Review any evaluation factors that credit small business participation. Since this is a total small business set-aside, your size status is already validated by competing—focus on technical compliance and price competitiveness.

Packaging and shipping: DLA Aviation requirements often include military preservation, packaging, and marking standards (MIL-STD-2073). See the solicitation for specific shipping instructions and any Consolidation Point requirements.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727T2146
2. Note the deadline: November 4, 2026 — verify whether this is receipt or submission deadline
3. Obtain technical specifications referenced in the solicitation before preparing your quote
4. Confirm your SAM registration is active and matches your NAICS 332216 representation
5. Submit questions through the solicitation's designated point of contact if any requirements are unclear

View the official notice on SAM.gov →