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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Tue, 17 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime, DLA Weapons Support is seeking antennas under a combined synopsis/solicitation. NAICS code 334220 covers radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing. This classification includes the production of antennas for various applications, including defense and maritime communications systems.
Combined synopsis/solicitation notices serve dual purposes: they announce the government's requirements and solicit bids simultaneously, streamlining the procurement process for standard commercial items.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127U1084 |
| NAICS | 334220 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses certified under NAICS 334220. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code—currently 1,250 employees for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing.
You must be registered in SAM.gov with an active registration and have the appropriate NAICS code in your profile. As a total small business set-aside, large businesses and non-compliant small businesses are ineligible to bid as prime contractors, though subcontracting arrangements may exist for large businesses.
Antenna manufacturing or supply experience, particularly for defense applications, strengthens eligibility. DLA typically requires vendors to meet quality standards and may require source inspection; see the solicitation for specific qualification requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA supply contracts, focus on these elements:
Pricing structure: DLA awards are typically firm-fixed-price. Analyze your cost basis carefully—material costs, labor, overhead, and shipping to potential depot destinations. The agency's electronic systems often include historical pricing data; research comparable awards through SAM.gov's contract opportunities archive.
Technical compliance: Antennas for DLA Weapons Support likely require specific frequency ranges, environmental ruggedization (saltwater resistance, shock/vibration tolerance for maritime use), and military specifications compliance. See the solicitation for exact technical parameters, drawing references, and acceptance criteria.
Delivery performance: DLA emphasizes on-time delivery to its distribution depots. Evaluate your production capacity and supply chain reliability against required delivery schedules. Past performance ratings significantly influence award decisions.
Service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, or HUBZone status: While this is a general small business set-aside, overlapping socioeconomic certifications may provide evaluation preferences in other DLA opportunities or subcontracting contexts.
Quality certifications: MIL-STD compliance, ISO 9001, or AS9100 certifications are common expectations for defense electronics suppliers. Confirm required quality documentation in the solicitation.
Packaging and marking: DLA has strict military packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Non-compliant packaging can result in rejection or payment deductions.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127U1084. The notice was posted November 2, 2026, with responses due November 17, 2026—a 15-day window typical for streamlined commercial-item acquisitions. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and clauses before preparing your offer. Submit questions through the solicitation's designated contact prior to bid preparation.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →