SERVOMECHANISM,HYDR
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION PHILADELPHIA.DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
This is a Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation procurement for servomechanism, hydraulic components. NAICS 336413 designates other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturing—a sector that covers hydraulic actuators, control systems, and related components used in military aircraft and rotorcraft. Servomechanisms in this context are precision closed-loop control systems that use hydraulic power to position flight control surfaces, landing gear, or other critical aircraft mechanisms.
Hydraulic servomechanisms are high-reliability items subject to strict military specifications, requiring specialized manufacturing capabilities and quality systems. DLA Aviation Philadelphia serves as the primary procurement hub for DOD aviation spare parts and often issues forward-looking solicitations to rebuild inventory levels or establish new sources of supply for items with critical application.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRPA127QRA23 |
| NAICS | 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None specified (see the solicitation) |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This notice carries no small business set-aside designation in the available metadata. This means the solicitation may be:
- Full and open competition (unrestricted)
- A partial set-aside with undisclosed provisions
- Reserved for another category not reflected in the basic notice
Small businesses in NAICS 336413 should verify competitive status through SAM.gov, as DLA sometimes uses dual-source strategies or reserves subsequent awards. Firms must be registered in SAM.gov, have current DUNS/UEI registration, and possess appropriate Quality System Certification (typically AS9100 for aerospace work) and any required special process certifications (NADCAP for welding, heat treat, or nondestructive testing depending on the specific item).
Small business status is determined by NAICS size standard (generally 1,000 employees for 336413). Firms should confirm their primary NAICS code alignment and any relevant socioeconomic certifications if the solicitation includes provisions for those programs.
How to put together a competitive bid
For hydraulic aircraft components, bids require particular attention to technical compliance. Start by obtaining the full technical data package referenced in the solicitation, which typically includes military specification sheets, drawings, and acceptance test requirements.
Key practical steps:
- Source qualification: Verify whether DLA requires Qualified Products List (QPL) status or individual item qualification testing. Hydraulic servomechanisms often require MIL-PRF or MIL-DTL conformance.
- Traceability and materials: Document material certifications to specified grades, heat/lot traceability, and any required first article inspection (FAI) per AS9102.
- Manufacturing readiness: Assess capacity for precision machining of hydraulic cylinders, servo valve bodies, and feedback mechanisms. Lead times for aerospace-grade raw materials often exceed 20 weeks.
- Pricing: DLA typically evaluates on lowest technically acceptable basis. Build realistic costs for special testing, environmental stress screening, and long-term spare part support. Include any disclosed government-furnished equipment or technical data costs.
- Past performance: Prepare evidence of similar aerospace hydraulic component deliveries, particularly to DOD or OEMs with equivalent quality requirements.
Since no set-aside applies, emphasize technical merit, delivery reliability, and competitive pricing over socioeconomic factors unless the full solicitation reveals otherwise.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRPA127QRA23. The posted date was October 21, 2026, and the response deadline is firm at 4:30 PM Eastern Time on November 2, 2026.
SAM.gov will contain the complete statement of work, technical specifications, delivery schedule, packaging requirements, and any amendments. Check for attached drawings, QPL requirements, and instructions for electronic bid submission through DLA's internet bid board system (DIBBS) if applicable. Allow adequate time for any required SAM.gov updates or certification renewals before preparing your technical and price proposals.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →