PUMP, CENTRIFUGAL, COOLANT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION HUNTSVILLE.DLA AVIATION AT HUNTSVILLE, AL · Response deadline: Wed, 18 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Aviation Huntsville is soliciting bids for centrifugal coolant pumps. These are fluid-handling components used to circulate coolant in aircraft systems, ground support equipment, or related aerospace applications. Centrifugal pumps in this category typically move liquid coolant through engines, avionics cooling loops, or environmental control systems where reliable thermal management is critical for operational readiness.
The Defense Logistics Agency procures and supplies spare and replacement parts for military aircraft and aviation support equipment. This acquisition falls under DLA Aviation's core mission of sustaining military fleets through long-term supply chain management. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, including performance specifications, materials of construction, flow rates, inlet/outlet configurations, and any military or commercial standards that apply.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Huntsville, AL |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRRA227QA003 |
| NAICS | 333996 – Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | SBA Certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Set-Aside (FAR 19.15) |
| Response deadline | November 18, 2026, 4:30 PM Central Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) in the pump and fluid power manufacturing industry. To qualify, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more women who are U.S. citizens
- Hold active WOSB certification through the SBA's Certify.SBA.gov system (or predecessor legacy system) or an SBA-approved third party
- Be designated "small" under NAICS 333996 size standards
- Be registered in SAM.gov with current registration
- Have the NAICS code registered in your SAM entity profile
If your firm is an eligible WOSB currently manufacturing or capable of manufacturing centrifugal pumps, this set-aside limits competition to your peer group. Firms without WOSB certification, including self-certifying WOSBs relying on representation alone after 2020 SBA rule changes, are not eligible for award under this set-aside.
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical compliance first. DLA solicitations for aviation parts typically reference military drawings, commercial item descriptions, or defect criteria. Obtain the full technical package promptly—some DLA drawings require registration in DLA's document access systems or direct request to the contracting officer. Confirm your pump configurations match exact dimensional, performance, and material requirements; deviations usually require explicit approved alternates.
Quality systems matter. Aviation parts generally require suppliers to maintain ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems. DLA may require DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) or compliance with DFARS 252.211-7003 (Unique Item Identification). Verify these requirements in the solicitation.
Pricing strategy. DLA Aviation often awards five-year indefinite-delivery contracts with firm fixed pricing. Analyze historical procurement data in FPDS or USASpending.gov for similar NSNs (National Stock Numbers) under classification code 4320. Consider total acquisition cost implications—DLA evaluates proposed prices against prices paid, commercial pricing, and market research.
Past performance and delivery. If you lack DLA contracting history, emphasize comparable commercial or other federal manufacturing experience. DLA evaluates reliability; late delivery of aviation spares directly impacts military readiness.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRRA227QA003
- Confirm WOSB certification status in SBA systems and verify SAM registration includes NAICS 333996
- Request technical drawings and specifications from the contracting officer if not directly accessible
- Submit your offer by November 18, 2026, 4:30 PM Central Time—DLA generally does not accept late submissions
The clock is tight: posted November 4, 2026 with a fourteen-day response window. Act immediately to review requirements and assess your firm's ability to perform.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →