CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMB
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Wed, 04 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for circuit card assemblies. This is a procurement for electronic components that fall under the broader category of printed circuit board manufacturing. Circuit card assemblies are used across military aviation systems to provide the electronic backbone for navigation, communication, flight control, and mission equipment.
Under NAICS 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing), this work involves the production or procurement of populated circuit boards—boards that have electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and connectors mounted and soldered onto them. DLA Aviation typically acquires these items to support the repair and sustainment of weapon systems and platforms across military services.
For this specific requirement, see the solicitation for the technical specifications, performance requirements, and intended application of these circuit card assemblies.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, PA (Dept of Defense) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA126QYC92 |
| NAICS | 334412 — Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | November 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is unrestricted, meaning any responsible entity capable of performing the work may submit a bid. This includes large businesses, small businesses, non-traditional defense contractors, and foreign sellers meeting DLA requirements—there is no small-business or socioeconomic set-aside applied.
However, the unrestricted nature also means small businesses will compete directly with established defense suppliers and large original equipment manufacturers. To be competitive, you should have or develop:
- ITAR registration if the circuit card assemblies contain controlled defense articles or technical data
- Past performance supplying to DLA, military aviation, or comparable high-reliability electronics sectors
- Quality certifications such as AS9100 (aerospace) or IPC-A-610/IPC J-STD-001 standards for electronic assemblies
- Supply chain visibility, including component traceability and obsolescence management capabilities
If you are a small business concerned about competing head-to-head, consider whether you qualify for subcontracting arrangements with a prime bidder, or whether other DLA solicitations in this NAICS carry small-business set-asides you could target.
How to put together a competitive bid
Circuit card assembly bids to DLA Aviation require precision and compliance discipline. Focus on these areas:
Technical compliance. Obtain and scrutinize the full technical data package referenced in the solicitation. DLA typically provides specifications, source control drawings, or performance requirements. Deviations require explicit approval—assume zero tolerance for unauthorized substitutions.
Component sourcing. Document your plan for procuring military-grade or high-reliability components. Highlight your approach to managing obsolete parts, counterfeit avoidance (per SAE AS5553 or equivalent), and lead-time buffering. Proactive obsolescence management distinguishes serious bidders.
Pricing strategy. Analyze DLA's procurement history for similar national stock numbers if available. Price aggressively but sustainably—aviation sustainment contracts often run for years, and DLA evaluates total evaluated price including packaging, marking, and shipping requirements.
Quality and delivery systems. Describe your inspection processes, environmental stress screening capabilities if required, and on-time delivery track record. DLA measures contractor performance through CPARS; strong ratings from past DLA work strengthen your proposal.
Packaging and marking. MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073 requirements are standard for DLA shipments. Noncompliant deliveries trigger rejections and payment delays.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA126QYC92
- Review all attachments including specifications, drawings, and delivery schedules
- Confirm your SAM.gov registration is active and your entity profile is current
- Submit your bid before 4:30 PM Eastern Time on November 4, 2026—DLA typically does not accept late submissions
See the solicitation for complete proposal instructions, evaluation criteria, and contracting officer contact information.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →