53--NUT,PLAIN,ROUND
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 nuts, plain, round for military aviation supply chains. This is a parts procurement for the federal supply system that supports Department of Defense maintenance and operations.
Items in Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 53—Hardware and Abrasives—are typically standardized consumable components used across weapon systems and equipment. FSC 53 covers common hardware items including nuts, bolts, screws, and related fastening products that DLA stocks and distributes to military customers worldwide.
DLA Aviation serves as the primary logistics manager for aviation-related items across all military services. Products like plain round nuts are frequently ordered to national stock numbers (NSNs) with defined technical specifications for material, dimensions, thread, finish, and performance.
See the solicitation for the full quantity, specifications, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation — Richmond |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE4A627T2254 |
| NAICS | 332722 |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted) |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is unrestricted—any responsible business, including small and large businesses, may submit an offer. There is no small business set-aside indicated in the notice metadata.
NAICS 332722 covers "Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing." Businesses classified under this code—or those with relevant manufacturing capabilities that meet the size standard—should evaluate whether they can produce or supply plain round nuts to military specifications.
Manufacturers with experience in aerospace or defense-quality hardware are particularly well-positioned. DLA typically requires products meeting military specifications (MIL-SPEC), aerospace standards (such as NAS or MS), or equivalent technical requirements. Suppliers must also be prepared to meet DLA's supplier qualification and quality assurance requirements.
Small businesses should verify their size standard for NAICS 332722 (generally 500 employees for this code) through the Small Business Administration to confirm eligibility for any future small business opportunities, though this specific procurement is open to all.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements. Obtain the full solicitation to identify the exact NSN, specification, and any applicable drawings or performance requirements. DLA Aviation procurements often reference military or industry standards that dictate material grade, plating, tensile strength, and dimensional tolerances.
Confirm your supply chain and production capacity. Evaluate whether you manufacture the item directly or will source from a domestic manufacturer. DLA frequently requires domestic sourcing under the Buy American Act or Berry Amendment for certain raw materials and end products—verify applicability in the full solicitation.
Review DLA's contractual terms. DLA Aviation typically uses firm-fixed-price contracts with delivery schedules spread over one or more years. Understand lead times, inspection requirements, and packaging specifications (often MIL-STD-129 for military marking and RFID).
Assess past performance relevance. If you have prior DLA or defense contracts for hardware, highlight this in your proposal. First-time DLA suppliers should be prepared to demonstrate quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent) and manufacturing process controls.
Check SAM registration and status. Your entity must be active in SAM.gov with current representations and certifications. Verify your CAGE code and any required certifications are current before the response deadline.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A627T2254. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format incorporates both the notice and the complete proposal instructions, so all requirements will be contained in that document.
Note the deadline: Responses are due October 20, 2026. DLA procurements typically do not allow late submissions, and the short seven-day window from posting suggests this may be a simplified acquisition or the latest amendment to an ongoing procurement—confirm the full timeline in the solicitation.
See the solicitation for complete specification, quantity, delivery schedule, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →