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59--CHASSIS,ELECTRICAL-

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Tue, 13 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking a small business to supply electrical chassis. This falls under NAICS code 335932, which covers the manufacture of switchgear and switchboard apparatus—electrical distribution and control equipment including chassis, frames, and housings that mount electrical components.

Electrical chassis for defense applications typically serve as structural foundations for mounting circuit breakers, bus bars, transformers, and other electrical apparatus in power distribution systems. DLA Aviation acquires these items to support military aircraft and ground support equipment maintenance worldwide. The classification code 59 indicates supplies and equipment related to electrical and electronic properties.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small businesses with a total small business set-aside. Your business must qualify as small under the size standard for NAICS 335932. The manufacturing NAICS typically carries a 500-employee size standard, but see the solicitation to confirm the specific standard applied.

You must also meet any additional DLA requirements for suppliers of electrical equipment to the defense supply chain. This typically includes:

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
• A valid CAGE code
• Compliance with DFARS clauses and defense-related quality standards

If your business has not previously supplied DLA Aviation, you may need to demonstrate manufacturing capability and quality management processes suitable for military electrical components. See the solicitation for any specific experience or facility requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

Pricing strategy: DLA Aviation purchases are often competed as firm-fixed-price line items. Research historical pricing for similar NSNs through DLA's procurement history tools or FPDS data. Electrical chassis pricing depends on metal type (aluminum or steel), fabrication complexity, and finish specifications—see the solicitation for the exact technical requirements you must price.

Technical compliance: Electrical chassis for military use may require specific materials, finishes, dimensional tolerances, and testing. Pay close attention to any referenced military specifications (MIL-SPECs) or performance standards. If the solicitation cites a technical data package, request and review it before proposing.

Quality and delivery: DLA evaluates suppliers on past performance, including delivery timeliness and product acceptance rates. Highlight any ISO 9001 certification, AS9100 aerospace quality management, or relevant past performance with DLA or other defense customers.

Small business factors: As a total small business set-aside, your small business status itself is a competitive advantage. Ensure your SAM.gov profile is current and accurately reflects your size status. Consider whether subcontracting limitations apply.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A527T0094
2. Review the complete technical specifications, delivery schedule, and evaluation criteria
3. Note the short turnaround: posted October 5, 2025 with response due October 13, 2025

The compressed timeline suggests this may be a simplified acquisition or a recompete with established requirements. Download all attachments, including any drawings or specs, immediately upon accessing the notice. See the solicitation for the precise place of performance, quantity, contract type, and any evaluation factors beyond price.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →