INDICATOR,ATTITUDE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting bids for an indicator, attitude—an aircraft instrument that displays an aircraft's orientation relative to Earth's horizon. This falls under NAICS 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), which covers the production of flight instruments and avionics components for military and civilian aircraft.
Attitude indicators are critical flight instruments used in military aviation to provide pilots with pitch and roll information, particularly in instrument meteorological conditions where visual references are unavailable. DLA Aviation manages the supply chain for spare and replacement parts to support military aircraft readiness across the services.
No specific quantities, part numbers, or technical requirements are disclosed in the available metadata—see the solicitation for the complete purchase description, delivery schedule, and any applicable military specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA127QXA13 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata — see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of all sizes may compete. Any qualified manufacturer or distributor of aeronautical instruments registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and holding any required security clearances may submit an offer.
Given the NAICS code 334511, typical bidders include:
- Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of aircraft instruments
- Defense contractors with avionics manufacturing capabilities
- Authorized distributors with established supply chains for military-specified components
Small businesses should note that while this specific opportunity is unrestricted, past performance on DLA contracts and demonstrated ability to meet military quality standards (such as MIL-STD or AS9100 certification) are typically significant evaluation factors.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted DLA aviation solicitations, consider these practical steps:
Verify technical compliance. Attitude indicators for military use typically must meet specific technical data packages and military specifications. Download the solicitation to confirm whether the government is seeking an exact part number, a functionally equivalent item, or a manufacturer-specific component. Technical noncompliance is a common reason for rejection.
Assess your supply chain. If you are not the original manufacturer, confirm you can obtain the item from an authorized source with traceability documentation. DLA frequently requires Certificates of Conformance, material certifications, and country-of-origin documentation.
Review the delivery requirements. DLA contracts often include specific packaging and marking requirements (MIL-STD-129) and may require delivery to a DLA depot or direct to an military base. Shipping costs and lead times can significantly affect your total evaluated price.
Examine the evaluation criteria. For spare parts acquisitions, DLA typically uses lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, though some may include past performance or small business participation as factors. See the solicitation for the precise evaluation methodology.
Register and submit through DLA's systems. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and that you can access DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) if required for electronic submission.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QXA13 to obtain the complete technical specifications, quantity, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Note the deadline: All offers must be submitted by October 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—only six days from the posted date of October 20, 2026. This short turnaround requires immediate action if you intend to bid.
Contact DLA Aviation Philadelphia promptly with any questions; the limited response window leaves minimal time for clarifications.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →