58--RADAR SET SUBASSEMB
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Thu, 22 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for a radar set subassembly. This falls under Federal Supply Classification code 5841, which covers radar equipment and components. DLA Aviation serves as the aviation supply chain manager for the Department of Defense, procuring and distributing spare parts for military aircraft and related systems. A subassembly typically means a major component or modular section of a complete radar system rather than a finished end item—see the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantity, and required configurations.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA125QEP17 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 22, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata—see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible offerors regardless of business size; no small business set-aside applies. Your company should be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have active CAGE and DUNS/UEI numbers. Under NAICS 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), the Small Business Administration size standard typically applies—check SAM.gov or SBA.gov for the current threshold. Given the defense supply nature, expect requirements around:
- Quality systems: Likely AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification, or compliance with DLA's contractor qualification criteria
- Counterfeit avoidance: Standard DLA requirements for traceability and supplier chain integrity
- Security clearance: May be required depending on radar sensitivity—see the solicitation
If you are a small business without prior DLA contracts, consider whether you meet minimum experience requirements for defense-applicable radar components.
How to put together a competitive bid
For electronics manufacturing and defense subassembly work, focus your proposal on:
Technical compliance: Match exact part numbers, form-fit-function requirements, and any military specifications (MIL-PRF, MIL-STD) cited. DLA Aviation buys to strict interchangeability standards—deviations typically require pre-approved alternates.
Past performance: Document deliveries to DOD or comparable customers for radar, avionics, or similarly critical components. Include Contracting Officer Representative (COR) contact information for verification.
Pricing strategy: DLA solicitations often use automated evaluation for purchase requests under certain thresholds, or best-value tradeoff for complex buys. Review whether this is a spot buy, blanket purchase agreement, or term contract vehicle.
Small business advantages: Even without a set-aside, highlight if you qualify for small business, veteran-owned, HUBZone, or other socioeconomic programs for potential evaluation preference or subcontracting credit.
Packaging and marking: DLA has strict military preservation and packaging requirements—factor MIL-STD-2073 costs and compliance into your bid.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA125QEP17. Verify the exact quantity, delivery schedule, inspection requirements, and any attached drawings or specification sheets. Note the tight turnaround: responses are due October 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT, roughly one day after posting—confirm whether amendments extended this deadline before preparing your offer.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →