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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia is soliciting offers for alternating current (AC) motors. This is a supply contract for industrial equipment falling under electric motor manufacturing. AC motors convert electrical energy into mechanical energy and are essential components in countless military and industrial applications, including aircraft ground support equipment, ventilation systems, pumps, and other rotating machinery.

DLA Aviation serves as the primary procurement arm for aviation-related spare parts and supplies across the Department of Defense. Contracts of this type typically involve delivering motors that meet specified military or commercial standards, with requirements for quality assurance, testing, and traceability. The exact technical specifications—including horsepower, voltage, frame size, enclosure type, and efficiency ratings—see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This acquisition is full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any responsible offeror—large or small business, including manufacturers, distributors, and dealers—may submit a bid. Competition will likely include established motor manufacturers and authorized resellers with experience supplying to DLA or other federal customers.

Small businesses may still compete but should realistically assess their ability to meet DLA's stringent requirements against larger competitors. If you have not previously done business with DLA, verify your active SAM.gov registration and suitability to supply military-grade or commercially equivalent AC motors.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand DLA's supply chain expectations: DLA contracts typically require delivery to its distribution network, often with strict packaging, labeling, and bar-coding requirements under MIL-STD-129. Confirm whether the solicitation specifies delivery to a DLA depot or direct to an end user.

Source and technical compliance: If you are a distributor rather than manufacturer, ensure your supply chain can deliver motors meeting the exact specification—whether military unique (MS/AN specifications) or commercial off-the-shelf. Obtain the detail specification from the solicitation to confirm dimensional, electrical, and performance data.

Pricing strategy: Full and open competition for standard industrial items often drives thin margins. Analyze DLA's historical pricing tools (such as Contractor Access to DLA Price and Procurement History Data) if available to you, and factor in material cost volatility for copper, steel, and rare earth elements used in motor construction.

Quality assurance: Be prepared to submit or reference a compliant quality program. Manufacturers should have ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification; suppliers may need to demonstrate traceability and counterfeit avoidance protocols per DLA requirements.

Past performance narrative: Highlight prior DLA or defense contracts, on-time delivery rates, and any established National Stock Number (NSN) experience related to motor supply.

Next steps

Download and read the full solicitation package on SAM.gov under notice number SPRPA127QXA33. Pay close attention to the statement of work, delivery requirements, and any clauses regarding inspection, acceptance, and first article testing. The response deadline of November 9, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time is firm—DLA typically does not accept late submissions. If you have technical questions or need clarification on motor specifications, use the solicitation's identified point of contact before submitting your quote.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →