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61--LEAD,ELECTRICAL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Land Weapons Support is procuring lead, electrical items under Federal Supply Classification 61. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the opportunity and the official solicitation document. Electrical lead products in this category typically involve cable assemblies, wiring components, or conductive materials used in military equipment and weapons systems maintenance. The Defense Logistics Agency manages these supplies to support operational readiness across military branches. See the solicitation for exact specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses certified as such in the System for Award Management (SAM). The NAICS code 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) carries a Small Business Administration size standard, typically based on employee count or annual receipts. Contractors must be registered in SAM with active status, possess the applicable NAICS code in their profile, and meet any DLA-specific qualifications for supplying electrical components to weapons systems. Firms should verify their small business status at SAM.gov and ensure their representations and certifications are current. See the solicitation for any additional eligibility requirements such as past performance criteria, quality certifications, or security clearances.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the technical requirements. Electrical lead items for defense applications often require compliance with military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or standards such as MIL-PRF, MIL-DTL, or SAE-AS series. Review the solicitation's item descriptions, drawings, and performance specifications carefully for material composition, gauge ratings, temperature tolerances, and termination types.

Demonstrate supply chain reliability. DLA prioritizes contractors who can demonstrate consistent delivery performance. Highlight your sourcing relationships for raw materials like copper, lead, or specialized alloys, and document any vendor-managed inventory or long-term agreements that reduce supply risk.

Price strategically. Combined synopsis/solicitations typically require immediate pricing upon submission without subsequent negotiation rounds. Analyze DLA's historical pricing for similar NSNs if available, factor in material cost volatility for lead and copper commodities, and build in reasonable escalation protections. Consider the total evaluated price including any shipping or special packaging requirements.

Emphasize quality systems. Reference any ISO 9001, AS9100, or MIL-STD-790 certifications. If the solicitation requires sample submissions or first article inspection, confirm your capacity to meet those timelines without disrupting quoted delivery schedules.

Address small business advantages. Since this is a total small business set-aside, highlight any additional socio-economic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) if applicable—these may factor into subcontracting plans or future set-aside opportunities even if not directly scored here.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L427T0507. The response deadline is November 2, 2026—allow adequate time for SAM registration updates, technical review, and submission system familiarization if you use DLA's electronic procurement portal. Verify whether the solicitation requires submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or another specified platform, and confirm any mandatory pre-bid requirements such as site visits or industry days. Submit questions through the contracting officer channels identified in the full document well before the closing date.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →