CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMB
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Mon, 30 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for circuit card assemblies. These are fabricated electronic components that house integrated circuits, resistors, capacitors, and other electronic parts on printed circuit boards. DLA Aviation typically procures such items to support maintenance, repair, and overhaul of military aircraft and avionics systems—the supply chain backbone that keeps defense platforms mission-ready.
This is a manufacturing opportunity within the metalworking machinery manufacturing sector under NAICS 332710, though circuit card assembly work bridges precision electronics fabrication with machined metal housing or frame components. The classification code 4920 corresponds to a DLA-managed category for specialized aerospace maintenance equipment and related items. Because no set-aside is listed, this appears to be a full and open competition available to all qualified small and large businesses.
Specific quantities, delivery schedules, technical specifications, and performance requirements are not shown in the notice metadata—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA127QYA26 |
| NAICS | 332710 (Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open) |
| Response deadline | November 30, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Both large and small businesses may submit offers, including those without DLA long-term contracts or existing supply relationships.
However, DLA Aviation typically requires contractors to hold appropriate quality certifications for electronic components. For circuit card assemblies, this commonly includes compliance with military performance specifications (such as MIL-PRF-55110 or MIL-PRF-31032 for printed wiring boards), and registration to ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality standards. Manufacturers may also need to demonstrate IPC-A-610 acceptability for electronic assemblies or J-STD-001 soldering requirements.
If your business qualifies as small under the NAICS 332710 size standard (currently 500 employees), you remain eligible even though no set-aside applies—though you will compete directly with larger firms.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical qualifications first. Download the full solicitation to confirm exact specifications, drawing requirements, and test protocols. DLA Aviation Philadelphia frequently requires First Article Testing or Source Inspection for new suppliers; determine if this applies and whether you can absorb associated lead times and costs.
Address traceability and counterfeit risk. Defense electronics solicitations increasingly mandate strict supply chain documentation. Prepare to demonstrate how you source components, manage obsolescence, and prevent counterfeit parts—particularly for semiconductors and hard-to-find integrated circuits.
Review your quality system. Ensure your current registrations and certifications align with solicitation clauses. If you're AS9100- or ISO 9001-certified, gather current certificates. If not, evaluate whether pursuing certification is feasible before the response deadline.
Price strategically for full-and-open competition. Without a set-aside, expect competition from established defense electronics manufacturers. Review historical award data for similar NSNs or solicitation numbers to benchmark pricing. Consider whether teaming with a larger manufacturer or partnering through a subcontracting arrangement strengthens your position.
Prepare for electronic submission. DLA solicitations typically require submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or SAM.gov—confirm the exact portal and any registration requirements.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QYA26. Review all attachments, specifications, and clauses before preparing your offer. Note the firm response deadline of November 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—DLA does not typically accept late submissions. Register or verify your SAM.gov and DIBBS accounts promptly to avoid last-minute technical barriers.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →