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59--SENSOR,BLADE FOLD

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)—specifically DLA Maritime Weapons Support in Columbus—is soliciting for a sensor used in blade fold applications. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 59, which covers electrical and electronic equipment components. Based on the item name and NAICS code, this is a procurement of electronic components likely related to rotor system monitoring or control in aircraft or maritime platforms where blade folding mechanisms are employed (such as naval helicopters with folding rotor blades for shipboard stowage).

The DLA's weapons support operations manage procurement and supply chain functions for military-specific equipment across the Armed Services. This notice combines the synopsis and solicitation into a single posting, meaning offerors can typically proceed directly to submission once requirements are confirmed.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small business concerns may submit offers. To qualify, a business must:

• Meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for NAICS 334220, which uses a 1,250-employee threshold
• Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
• Have any required NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) code if offering commercial or non-developmental items to DLA
• Be small at the time of offer submission and at time of award

Firms should verify their size status in SAM and consider applicable socio-economic certifications if they hold them (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB), though none are mandated for this total small business set-aside. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements are permissible if structured according to SBA regulations and the joint venture qualifies as small.

How to put together a competitive bid

Confirm technical requirements: Review the full solicitation for the exact sensor specifications, military specifications (MIL-SPEC), or performance standards. DLA weapons support items frequently carry defense-unique requirements including traceability, testing protocols, or source control drawings.

Source qualification: Determine whether the item is brand-name specific, whether substitutes are permitted, and whether your firm is an original manufacturer, authorized distributor, or dealer. DLA FSC 59 procurements may require QSLD (Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors) or QPL (Qualified Products List) status for certain components.

Pricing structure: DLA transactions often use the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for invoicing. Understand whether the solicitation requires submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or another platform. Pricing should account for DLA's standard terms including Prompt Payment Discount, if offered.

Past performance & delivery: DLA evaluates delivery schedules critically. Propose realistic delivery timelines based on component availability and any import or export control considerations (ITAR/EAR classification of the sensor technology).

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M527Q0106—the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation format means the full document should be available for direct download and review.

2. Confirm the place of performance and any shipping requirements see the solicitation, as these details were not included in the posted metadata.

3. Register or verify SAM.gov status now; delays in SAM registration are a common cause of rejected offers.

4. Note the deadline: Responses are due October 30, 2026—approximately one week from the October 23, 2026 posting date. This compressed timeline is typical for DLA simplified acquisition or commercial item procurements, so prompt action is essential.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →