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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AV RICHMOND.DLA AVIATION · Response deadline: Tue, 20 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Aviation is procuring infrared industrial cameras through a total small business set-aside. The National Stock Number classification (FSC 66) covers instruments and laboratory equipment, with this specific procurement focused on thermal/imaging camera systems used in industrial, maintenance, or aviation support applications. Infrared cameras in this category are typically employed for non-destructive testing, predictive maintenance, electrical inspection, or quality assurance—detecting heat signatures to identify equipment failures, energy loss, or structural defects before they become critical.

These devices are standard tools in DLA's supply chain for supporting military aviation operations, depot maintenance, and broader Department of Defense industrial activities. The solicitation combines synopsis and award procedures, meaning offerors should be prepared for streamlined evaluation and potential rapid award. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small businesses under NAICS 334519, which carries a size standard of 1,000 employees. Eligible entities manufacture measuring, controlling, laboratory, or navigational instruments not classified elsewhere—including infrared cameras, thermal imaging systems, and related industrial test equipment.

To qualify, your business must:

• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have a valid CAGE code
• Fall below the 1,000-employee threshold for this NAICS
• Demonstrate manufacturing or supply capability for infrared imaging equipment meeting military or industrial specifications

Firms currently classified under NAICS 334519 in SAM.gov have the cleanest path; businesses with adjacent classifications may need to update their SAM profile or demonstrate relevant past performance with similar electro-optical or thermal measurement devices.

How to put together a competitive bid

Verify your small business status against the 1,000-employee threshold early—employee counts across affiliates matter for total set-aside compliance.

Understand the technical landscape. Infrared cameras for DLA often require compliance with military performance specifications or commercial equivalents. Research whether this procurement demands specific thermal sensitivity (NETD), resolution, temperature range, or interface requirements. See the solicitation for precise specifications.

Price strategically. Combined synopsis/solicitation formats frequently emphasize price as a dominant evaluation factor once technical acceptability is established. Analyze DLA's historical pricing for similar NSNs through FPDS or GSA Advantage if available.

Demonstrate supply chain reliability. DLA Aviation values on-time delivery and established quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100). Highlight your inventory position, manufacturing lead times, or distributor relationships for infrared components.

Complete all required representations. Total small business set-asides require careful attention to FAR 52.219-1 and related clauses. Ensure your SAM.gov representations are current and consistent with your offer.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE4A627T3258
2. Note the deadline: Responses are due October 20, 2026—only seven days after posting, indicating either pre-planning requirements or streamlined acquisition expectations
3. Register or verify SAM.gov status if not already active
4. Download all attachments including specifications, delivery schedule, and clause provisions to assess full requirements before committing proposal resources

View the official notice on SAM.gov →