59--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Land Columbus seeks a cable assembly, special-purpose item. This falls under communications equipment manufacturing—specifically Other Electronic Component Manufacturing under NAICS 334419. Cable assemblies of this type typically bundle multiple wires or coaxial cables with connectors for military or industrial applications where standard off-the-shelf cables won't suffice.
This notice type (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation) means the government has streamlined the process: this single posting serves as both the announcement of need and the invitation to bid. Vendors can submit offers in response to this notice without waiting for a separate solicitation release.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land – Weapons Support, Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L527Q0007 |
| NAICS | 334419 — Other Electronic Component Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small businesses certified in NAICS 334419 with a size standard likely of 1,000 employees (standard for this code).
To qualify, your business must:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have a valid CAGE code
- Meet SBA size standards for NAICS 334419
- Be designated as a small business in your SAM profile
No specific socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required beyond small business status.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA electronics solicitations, focus on these areas:
Technical compliance: Special-purpose cable assemblies require exacting attention to specifications. See the solicitation for military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or standards (SAE, IPC/WHMA-A-620 for cable harnesses) that may apply. Quote exactly what's specified—substitutions typically require advance approval.
Quality systems: DLA often requires ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification for electronic components. Verify whether your quality certifications meet the requirement; see the solicitation for specifics.
Past performance: Be prepared to demonstrate relevant experience manufacturing similar cable assemblies, especially for defense or aerospace applications. DLA evaluates this rigorously.
Pricing strategy: DLA uses automated evaluation for many bids. Ensure your pricing is complete—all required line items, correct units of measure, and proper packaging/handling costs. Check whether the solicitation requests price per unit, lot pricing, or both.
Delivery schedule: Military supply chains are time-sensitive. Confirm you can meet any required delivery dates before committing.
Source of supply: If you're a distributor or will use subcontractors, understand FAR 52.212-3 requirements for reporting sources and any country-of-origin restrictions.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L527Q0007
- Verify the deadline — offers are due October 19, 2026
- Download all attachments including specifications, drawings, and any applicable master solicitation procedures
- Submit your quote through the specified method (likely DLA's Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment or email/fax as directed in the solicitation)
The short turnaround (posted October 9, deadline October 19) suggests this may be a simplified acquisition or has been previously communicated to the vendor base—act promptly to review requirements and prepare your response.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →