FAIRING,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
This solicitation seeks a supplier for aircraft fairings—aerodynamic structures that smooth airflow and reduce drag on aircraft surfaces. Fairings are common components installed at joints, gaps, and transitions on military and commercial aircraft to improve fuel efficiency and flight performance.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is managing this procurement. DLA Aviation is the primary supply chain manager for aviation parts across the Department of Defense, supporting aircraft readiness for all military branches.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Philadelphia, PA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA126QUB76 |
| NAICS | 336413 – Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small-business set-aside, meaning large and small businesses alike may submit offers. Firms registered under NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—are the natural bidders. This NAICS covers manufacturers of aircraft parts and subassemblies, including fuselage components, propulsion system parts, and aerodynamic structures like fairings.
Competition will likely include established aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, and potentially qualified small businesses with relevant past performance. Because there is no set-aside, small businesses should be prepared to compete directly with larger firms on price, technical capability, and delivery performance.
Eligible bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and should verify their NAICS code alignment before pursuing this opportunity.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements. Aircraft fairings for defense applications typically must meet military specifications (MIL-SPEC), material standards, and airworthiness requirements. see the solicitation for exact dimensional, material, and performance specifications. Review any referenced technical data packages or drawings carefully.
Demonstrate manufacturing capability. DLA Aviation awards based on proven production capacity, quality systems (typically AS9100 or ISO 9001), and experience with defense aviation contracts. Highlight relevant past performance on similar aerostructures or DLA orders.
Price competitively. Full and open competition means aggressive pricing from established suppliers. Analyze historical DLA pricing for comparable fairing parts if available. Factor in material costs—likely composites, aluminum alloys, or thermoplastics depending on application.
Confirm supply chain and lead times. Raw material availability and subcontractor dependencies should be documented. DLA emphasizes on-time delivery for readiness-critical parts.
Address packaging and labeling requirements. DLA contracts typically specify military standard packaging and RFID or UID marking compliance. see the solicitation for specific shipping and identification instructions.
Evaluate small-business subcontracting. While not a set-aside, large prime bidders may need subcontracting plans. Small businesses should consider whether to bid directly or pursue subcontractor relationships.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA126QUB76. The notice was posted October 26, 2026; all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria are in the complete document.
Note the deadline: Responses are due November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—approximately four weeks from posting. Allow adequate time for proposal preparation, especially if technical drawings or samples are required.
Verify SAM.gov registration is active and complete before preparing your submission.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →