53--MOUNT,RESILIENT,WEAPON
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 procuring a resilient weapon mount—hardware used to secure weapons systems to platforms while absorbing shock and vibration. DLA Aviation manages the supply chain for aerospace and weapons systems parts across the military services. Resilient mounts typically feature elastomeric or spring-damper elements that isolate equipment from structural loads, protecting both the weapon and its mounting platform from fatigue and operational damage.
NAICS code 332994 covers "Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing," which includes manufacturing components such as mounts, brackets, and related hardware for weapons systems.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A727T0970 |
| NAICS | 332994 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside restriction. Any business—large or small—may bid, provided they can supply the mount to DLA's specifications and delivery requirements. Small businesses in NAICS 332994 should note they will compete directly against larger, established defense suppliers.
To bid, a firm must be registered in SAM.gov, have a valid CAGE code, and typically needs to meet DLA's qualification requirements for supplying weapons-related hardware. If your firm lacks prior DLA supplier experience, expect scrutiny of your quality system and manufacturing traceability.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements precisely. Resilient weapon mounts are highly specification-driven. See the solicitation for exact material, load capacity, environmental, and interface requirements. Any deviation from stated specifications usually results in rejection.
Address quality and traceability upfront. DLA Aviation requires strict adherence to military standards for ordnance hardware. Be prepared to document your quality management system (AS9100 or MIL-STD compliance), material certifications, and lot traceability. If you subcontract any manufacturing or testing, disclose this and provide your supplier's qualifications.
Price aggressively but sustainably. Full and open DLA solicitations for hardware often attract experienced suppliers with established cost structures. Analyze whether you can meet the delivery schedule at a price competitive with incumbent manufacturers. Factor in costs for first article inspection or testing if required—see the solicitation for whether this applies.
Review past procurement data. Search SAM.gov contract data for similar NSNs or part numbers to understand historical pricing and awarded vendors. This helps calibrate your bid and identify whether DLA typically awards to lowest-price technically acceptable offers or uses a trade-off approach.
Confirm your supply chain. Components with specialized elastomers, aerospace-grade metals, or specific plating requirements can have long lead times. Verify availability before committing to a delivery date in your offer.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A727T0970. The notice was posted October 13, 2026, with offers due October 20, 2026—a seven-day turnaround. Given the compressed timeline, download the specifications and terms immediately to assess feasibility. The place of performance and any delivery requirements will be detailed in the solicitation documents. Submit questions through the SAM.gov inquiry process if technical clarifications are needed, keeping the deadline in mind.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →