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ANTENNA

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for an ANTENNA. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 5985, which covers antennae and waveguide assemblies for communication, radar, and electronic equipment. DLA Aviation typically procures spare and replacement parts to support military platforms across all branches of service.

The NAICS code 334220 indicates this is classified as radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment manufacturing. Antennas in this category may include a wide range of configurations—such as dipole, monopole, array, parabolic, or conformal designs—depending on frequency band, power handling, and specific defense application. The actual technical requirements, including frequency range, gain, polarization, environmental ruggedization, and interface specifications, are not in the metadata; see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any responsible source—large or small business—may submit a bid, provided they meet DLA's qualification requirements and any technical, quality, and security standards specified in the full solicitation.

Small businesses in NAICS 334220 that manufacture antennas or have partnerships with antenna manufacturers may find opportunities here, particularly if they hold relevant quality certifications (such as ISO 9001 or AS9100) and can meet defense-unique requirements like MIL-STD testing or traceability documentation. Firms should verify size standards for NAICS 334220 through the Small Business Administration to confirm any potential small business status for future reference, even though it does not affect eligibility for this particular procurement.

How to put together a competitive bid

Given the defense antenna market, bidders should focus on several areas:

Technical compliance: Antennas for military use typically require demonstration of electromagnetic performance, mechanical durability, and environmental resilience (temperature extremes, humidity, salt spray, vibration). Technical data packages, test reports, and sometimes first article inspection requirements are common in DLA solicitations. Review the solicitation carefully for any Source Control Drawing (SCD) or performance specification references.

Quality assurance: DLA suppliers often need to comply with DFARS quality provisions and maintain acceptable Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) ratings. If this is a new part or new manufacturer, qualification testing may be required; see the solicitation for testing and approval timelines, as these can extend beyond the award date.

Pricing strategy: For commercial antennas, analyze market pricing carefully. DLA buys on a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis for many spare parts, though some antenna buys may trade off performance and life-cycle cost. Check for any Ordering Data or Buy-to-Budget constraints in the full document.

Past performance and delivery: DLA emphasizes on-time delivery metrics. Be realistic about lead times for specialized components, raw materials, or subcontracted testing services.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QXA22. Confirm all technical requirements, inspection criteria, packaging and marking specifications, and any clauses specific to FSC 5985 items. Note the firm response deadline of November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are not accepted.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →