DOOR,AIRCRAFT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Mon, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting offers for aircraft doors, a component typically procured for military aircraft sustainment and maintenance operations. DLA Aviation serves as the primary supply chain manager for aviation parts across the Department of Defense, supporting both operational readiness and depot-level repair programs.
Aircraft doors fall under the broader category of aircraft manufacturing parts and accessories. These components may include passenger/cargo doors, access panels, emergency exit doors, or specialized pressure-sealing doors used on fixed-wing and rotary-wing military platforms. DLA Aviation Philadelphia historically supports multiple military services, including the Air Force, Army, Navy, and Marine Corps, with spare and replacement parts.
This procurement uses NAICS 336413: Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. Companies in this classification typically manufacture parts and subassemblies for complete aircraft, excluding engines and propulsion units. The classification covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing aircraft parts or auxiliary equipment for aircraft.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation Philadelphia, PA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA127QZA32 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources with no set-aside restriction. Small and large businesses may compete, including:
- Manufacturers of aircraft structural components with NAICS 336413 capabilities
- Suppliers certified for military/aerospace quality standards, likely including AS9100 or equivalent
- Firms with experience delivering to DLA or other DoD aviation customers
- Companies holding valid SAM.gov registration and appropriate CAGE code
Because DLA Aviation supplies parts requiring traceability and configuration control, bidders should anticipate needing established quality systems. Previous DLA supplier status or demonstrated aerospace manufacturing experience will strengthen competitiveness, though new entrants meeting technical standards may bid.
How to put together a competitive bid
Review technical requirements carefully. Aircraft doors require precise specifications for fit, form, and function across potentially multiple aircraft platforms. See the solicitation for exact part numbers, military specifications (MIL-SPEC), technical data packages, and approved sources.
Confirm your manufacturing scope. NAICS 336413 covers diverse aircraft parts; verify your facility's capabilities match the specific door type and materials required. Consider whether finishing, testing, or specialized processes (e.g., environmental sealing, crashworthiness) apply.
Price strategically for full-and-open competition. Without set-aside protection, small businesses compete directly with established defense contractors. Analyze historical pricing data in DLA's FedBid or PRISM systems if accessible. Factor in Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, including specialty metals sourcing requirements and counterfeit parts prevention protocols.
Prepare quality documentation. DLA Aviation typically requires evidence of quality management systems, inspection capabilities, and first-article test history. Gather certifications and past performance references demonstrating on-time delivery of similar aerospace components.
Verify packaging and marking requirements. Military parts demand specific labeling, preservation, and shipment documentation compliant with MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QZA32 for complete specifications, delivery requirements, and clauses.
- Note the deadline: Submit your offer by November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible.
- Register or verify SAM.gov status well before preparing your offer, as registration processing can take several weeks.
For questions about technical requirements or solicitation terms, contact the contracting officer identified in the full SAM.gov posting.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →