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61--CABLE ASSEMBLY,SPECIAL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is procuring a cable assembly, special—a type of electrical cable specifically manufactured for military or aerospace applications. "Special" cable assemblies typically involve custom configurations, non-standard lengths, specific connector types, or performance characteristics tailored to particular aircraft, vehicles, or equipment platforms. DLA Aviation manages the supply chain for spare parts and components used to sustain military aircraft and related systems. The classification code 61 confirms this falls under DLA's electrical wire and power distribution equipment category.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the requirement and the formal solicitation document—vendors can bid immediately without waiting for a separate solicitation release.

Key facts

Who can bid

This contract is full and open competition with no set-aside program specified. Any responsible business—regardless of size or socioeconomic status—may submit a bid. The NAICS code 335999 covers manufacturers of electrical equipment and components not elsewhere classified, including cable assemblies.

To bid, you must be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through the contract award period. DLA typically requires vendors to have acceptable Past Performance information and the ability to meet MIL-SPEC or military standard requirements for defense-critical components. If your firm is new to DLA contracting, you may need to establish a Contractual Instrument Identification (CII) number or verify your Debarment status is current. Small businesses should note that while this is unrestricted, it still counts toward their federal procurement goals if awarded to a small business.

How to put together a competitive bid

For military cable assemblies, competition hinges on technical compliance and delivery reliability more than price alone.

First, obtain the complete solicitation package from SAM.gov and verify whether the assembly must meet specific MIL-DTL, MIL-PRF, or SAE/AS specifications—DLA Aviation often cites weapon system technical orders or engineering drawings. See the solicitation for exact requirements.

Second, confirm your Quality Management System meets DLA expectations; many aviation components require AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification. See the solicitation for any mandatory quality clauses.

Third, review DFARS clauses carefully—this is a Department of Defense acquisition, so expect Buy American Act, Berry Amendment, and counterfeit parts prevention requirements. Special cable assemblies may trigger source control drawing restrictions, meaning only approved manufacturers can produce certain configurations.

Fourth, evaluate delivery schedule feasibility. DLA Aviation prioritizes readiness and often penalizes late deliveries through its Vendor Shipment Module scoring.

Fifth, price strategically using historical DLA pricing data from SAM.gov's Contract Award Notices or the DLA Internet Bid Access System (DIBBS) for comparable cable assemblies.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A627T7900
2. Download all attached drawings, specifications, and clauses
3. Verify your SAM registration is active through at least late 2026
4. Submit your bid no later than November 9, 2026

The eight-day window between posting and deadline suggests the requirement may be straightforward or previously competed—act quickly to evaluate opportunity fit.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →