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61--CABLE ASSEMBLY,POWER,E

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Fri, 16 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is soliciting offers for cable assembly, power items under Federal Supply Classification 61 (Electric Wire, and Power and Distribution Equipment). This is a supply contract for electrical/electronic components used to support military aviation and related systems.

DLA Aviation serves as the primary logistics support provider for the Department of Defense's aviation needs, procuring parts and supplies to maintain military aircraft and associated equipment worldwide. Power cable assemblies are critical components in aircraft electrical systems, connecting power sources to avionics, control systems, and other onboard equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no socioeconomic set-aside. Any responsible offeror capable of meeting the technical and delivery requirements may bid, including:

• Small businesses
• Large businesses
• Non-traditional defense contractors
• Manufacturers and distributors of electrical cable assemblies

NAICS 335311 typically covers manufacturers of power and distribution transformers and related equipment. Firms registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code (or relevant qualifiers) should verify their registration is active and accurate. If you are not the actual manufacturer, be prepared to address source of supply, traceability, and any counterfeit prevention requirements DLA commonly imposes on electrical components for aviation use.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand DLA's specific requirements: DLA Aviation purchases typically emphasize strict conformance to military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or commercial item descriptions. Examine the solicitation for exact product specifications, testing requirements, and acceptable substitutes. Electrical components for aviation often require specialized insulation, shielding, or connector configurations.

Address aviation-grade quality standards: Expect requirements around traceability, lot control, and counterfeit avoidance. DLA frequently mandates compliance with SAE AS5553 (Counterfeit Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Parts; Avoidance, Detection, Mitigation, and Disposition) or DFARS clauses on trusted suppliers.

Evaluate your supply chain: Power cable assemblies may require specific conductor materials, insulation ratings, or proprietary connectors. Confirm your ability to source components meeting delivery timelines, which can be challenging given aviation supply chain constraints.

Pricing strategy: Review historical pricing for similar NSNs if available through DLA's procurement data. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically signal an intent to award quickly; price competitiveness matters significantly when technical requirements are straightforward.

Small business considerations: Without a set-aside, small businesses compete directly with larger firms. Emphasize responsiveness, flexibility, and any socio-economic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) that may provide evaluation preferences or subcontracting opportunities, even in unrestricted competitions.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A627T1471 — the response deadline is October 16, 2026, only one week after posting.

2. Download all attachments, including specifications, packing requirements, and clauses. The brief posting-to-deadline window suggests urgency; confirm whether questions are accepted and their deadline.

3. Verify your SAM.gov registration is active through at least the award period, and that your NAICS 335311 representation is current.

4. Submit your offer through the designated method (typically DLA's Internet Bid Board System or as specified in the solicitation) well before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →