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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for fans for aircraft material—a critical component in military aviation logistics. These are likely replacement or spare parts for aircraft systems, supporting DLA Aviation's mission as the primary supply chain manager for Department of Defense aviation assets.

Parts in Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 1680, which covers aircraft components and accessories, are essential to maintaining fleet readiness. DLA Aviation Philadelphia handles procurement and sustainment for a wide range of aerospace items, including depot-level repairables and consumable parts. See the solicitation for exact quantities, technical specifications, and delivery requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is open to all responsible businesses—no small business set-aside applies. However, NAICS 336413 ("Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing") gives small businesses important context: the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code is typically 1,500 employees, meaning many aerospace suppliers may qualify as small businesses even in full competition.

To bid, you must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active Unique Entity ID (UEI), and meet any DLA supplier requirements. If you hold existing DLA contracts or are on the Qualified Products List (QPL) for similar items, emphasize this experience. DLA generally requires contractors to comply with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, including counterfeit parts prevention, traceability requirements, and quality certifications common to aerospace manufacturing (such as AS9100).

How to put together a competitive bid

For aircraft parts in FSC 1680, competitiveness hinges on technical compliance, past performance, and delivery reliability rather than price alone:

• Verify QPL status: Many DLA aviation items require qualification before award. Check whether the specific fan/part number is on the DLA Qualified Products Database. If qualification is required, you typically cannot bid unless already qualified—though some solicitations allow alternate offers. See the solicitation for qualification requirements.

• Emphasize traceability and counterfeit avoidance: DFARS 252.246-7007 and related clauses require detailed supply chain documentation. Prepare your quality management system documentation, pedigree records, and supplier approval processes.

• Review the delivery schedule carefully: DLA Aviation often requires specific packaging (mil-spec or commercial equivalent) and shipping to DLA distribution points. Late deliveries carry significant past-performance penalties.

• Assess your manufacturing source: For foreign-made components, verify Trade Agreements Act and Buy American Act compliance. DLA may require domestic sourcing or approved country of origin.

• Price strategically: In full-and-open competition, large aerospace OEMs may bid, but small, specialized manufacturers often win on nimbleness and direct technical support.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QWA07—the complete technical specifications, statement of work, and terms are only available there.

2. Confirm the deadline: All proposals are due November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. DLA systems typically require electronic submission well before the cutoff; technical issues close to deadline are not grounds for extension.

3. Contact DLA Aviation Philadelphia's contracting office early if you need clarification on specifications, qualification status, or submission requirements—allow time for written Q&A responses.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →