53--BOLT,INTERNAL WRENCHIN
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Tue, 20 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is soliciting bids for bolts with internal wrenching heads. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 53, which covers hardware and abrasive materials. The specific item description in the notice title is incomplete due to character truncation, but the classification points to internally wrenched bolts—fasteners typically featuring hex socket drives (Allen-type) or similar internal drive configurations.
NAICS code 332722 designates "Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing." Businesses in this industry produce precision metal fasteners for industrial, aerospace, and defense applications. DLA Aviation manages provisioning for military aircraft and aviation support equipment, so these bolts likely require compliance with military or aerospace specifications for strength, material traceability, and quality documentation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A627T2706 |
| NAICS | 332722 |
| Set-aside | Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13) |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not provided in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to certified HUBZone small business concerns under FAR 19.13. To qualify, your business must:
- Be small under NAICS 332722 size standards (currently 500 employees for this code)
- Maintain a principal office located in a federally designated HUBZone
- Have at least 35% of employees residing in a HUBZone
- Hold active HUBZone certification in SAM.gov at time of bid submission
Non-HUBZone businesses, including other small disadvantaged enterprises, cannot receive award regardless of technical merit or pricing. If your HUBZone certification expires before the response deadline, SBA must renew it prior to submission.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA Aviation hardware solicitations, competitiveness typically hinges on three factors:
Pricing and volume assumptions. DLA frequently awards indefinite-delivery contracts with minimum guarantees. See the solicitation for estimated quantities, requirements documents, and any Economic Price Adjustment clauses. Review DLA's historical pricing for comparable National Stock Numbers (NSNs) if cited.
Specification compliance. Aerospace bolts demand strict adherence to military specifications (MIL-SPEC, NAS, MS, or AS standards). Confirm your manufacturing or supply chain can produce material certifications, test reports, and lot traceability documentation. The solicitation should cite specific technical documents—obtain and verify comprehension of each before quoting.
Delivery performance. DLA tracks Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) scores. Past delivery delinquencies affect both award eligibility and future opportunities. Evaluate your production lead times against required delivery schedules; compressed timelines may warrant premium material sourcing.
SAM.gov registration. Ensure your entity registration is active, your NAICS 332722 is listed, and HUBZone status is reflected accurately. DLA systems automatically validate these fields.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation SPE4A627T2706 on SAM.gov immediately. The response deadline is October 20, 2026—approximately one week from the posted date of October 13, 2026. This abbreviated turnaround is common for DLA's simplified acquisition procedures. Locate the full item description, technical specifications, quantity estimates, and submission instructions in the attached documents. If place of performance or inspection/acceptance locations affect your cost model, verify those details before finalizing your proposal.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →