Award watch: DLA Aviation & DLA Land/Maritime RFQs (bearings, valves, electronics) closing early February

Executive takeaway

DLA posted multiple supply RFQs on 2026-01-25 with response deadlines concentrated around 2026-02-02 and 2026-02-05 (one at 2026-02-09). If you can source to the specified NSN/part number requirements—and especially if you can meet approved source constraints—these are straightforward, low-line-count quotes submitted electronically. If you cannot demonstrate compliance/traceability where an approved source is called out and “specifications, plans, or drawings are not available,” you should expect a low probability of award.

What the buyer is trying to do

DLA Aviation and DLA Land & Maritime are replenishing specific National Stock Numbers (NSNs) for distribution and shipyard demand. The notices indicate RFQs with electronic submission, delivery to named DLA distribution depots or a naval shipyard, and in several cases a restricted “approved source” manufacturer/part number basis.

Opportunities included in this watch:

• BEARING,ROLLER,CYLI (NSN 3110010099824) with two lines and staggered delivery windows.
• INDICATOR,POSITION (NSN 6695016827054), set aside as SBA, with an identified approved source.
• AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY (NSN 5996004267370) with an identified approved source.
• VALVE,CHECK (NSN 4820012099229) with identified approved sources.
• DEFLECTOR,DIRT AND (NSN 5340015429670) with an identified approved source.
• HOUSING,LANDING GEA (description not available in the notice snippet).
• SEAT,VEHICULAR (description not available in the notice snippet).
• O-RING (description not available in the notice snippet).

What work is implied (bullets)

• Review the RFQ at the notice link (several state the solicitation will be available there; hard copies not available).
• Confirm the exact NSN, part number, and any “approved source”/source control notes (explicitly stated for indicator, amplifier, valve, and deflector).
• Quote the required quantities and deliver-to locations:
  • Bearings: Line 0001 Qty 30 EA and Line 0002 Qty 1 EA, deliver to DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma with different “days ADO” requirements.
  • Indicator, Position: Qty 1 EA to Norfolk Naval Shipyard with a very short delivery requirement (noted as 0005 days ADO).
  • Amplifier Assembly: Qty 35 EA to W1A8 DLA Dist San Joaquin.
  • Valve, Check: Qty 18 EA to DLA Distribution Cherry Point.
  • Deflector, Dirt And: Qty 8 EA to W1A8 DLA Dist San Joaquin.
• Plan for electronic quote submission (explicitly required across the notices with detailed snippets).
• Prepare documentation to support traceability and compliance where specifications/drawings are not provided in the notice.

Who should bid / who should pass (bullets)

• Bid if:
  • You can supply to the exact NSN and meet the stated approved-source constraints (e.g., approved source CAGE/part number listed in the notice snippets).
  • You have a fast, reliable fulfillment path to the specified DLA depots/shipyard and can meet the “days ADO” timelines shown.
  • You are a small business aiming at the SBA-set-aside indicator requirement and can meet the approved source requirement for that item.
• Pass if:
  • Your sourcing strategy relies on interpreting specs/drawings that are not available (multiple notices state specifications/plans/drawings are not available).
  • You cannot obtain compliant product from the approved sources listed (indicator, amplifier, valve, deflector) or cannot document traceability.
  • You cannot meet delivery timelines, especially the extremely short “0005 days ADO” callout for the indicator line.

Response package checklist

• RFQ acknowledgment and completed pricing/quote form(s) (verify in attachments).
• Confirmation of NSN, line items, quantities, and unit of issue (EA) as applicable.
• Delivery commitment aligned to each line’s “days ADO” requirement and ship-to location.
• Approved-source substantiation where required (e.g., identification of the approved source and part number as quoted).
• Any required representations/certifications and compliance statements (verify in attachments).
• Electronic submission in the format/channel required by the RFQ (explicitly required; verify exact method in the solicitation).

Pricing & strategy notes

These RFQs are classic DLA supply buys where pricing is heavily influenced by availability and the cost of compliant sourcing—especially under approved-source constraints and when specifications/drawings are not available. Practical research steps before you lock pricing:

• Use the solicitation link for each notice to confirm whether the buy is effectively “approved source only” or whether alternates are permitted (the snippets list approved sources for multiple items).
• Validate lead time and on-hand inventory for the exact approved-source part number(s) cited:
  • Indicator: approved source noted as “04808 9394C51G01.”
  • Amplifier: approved source noted as “12763 62070-000.”
  • Valve: approved sources noted as “78286 FLLX0500760AB; 92555 FLLX0500760AB.”
  • Deflector: approved source noted as “75477 B5W-58664-1.”
• For the bearing and the notices with missing descriptions (housing, seat, o-ring), pull the full RFQ first; do not assume packaging, inspection, or marking requirements from the snippet alone.
• Build your quote around the delivery urgency signaled by “days ADO,” and ensure your proposed delivery is realistic and defensible.

Subcontracting / teaming ideas

• Partner with authorized distributors or channels that can provide the approved-source item and supporting traceability documentation.
• Use a logistics/fulfillment partner experienced with DLA distribution depots and shipyard delivery requirements to reduce schedule risk.
• For the SBA-set-aside indicator requirement, small businesses can team with supply-chain specialists to strengthen sourcing and delivery execution while keeping compliance tight.

Risks & watch-outs

• Approved source constraints: Several items explicitly identify approved sources; quoting noncompliant alternates may be rejected.
• No specs/drawings available: Multiple notices state specifications, plans, or drawings are not available—your quote needs to stand on exact part/NSN compliance and traceability.
• Short turnaround: Deadlines fall within days of posting, and at least one line calls for extremely fast delivery (indicator noted as 0005 days ADO).
• Electronic submission only: The notices with details state quotes must be submitted electronically; confirm the exact submission method in the RFQ.
• Missing descriptions: Housing/seat/o-ring notices show “Description is not available for this notice.” Treat those as attachment-dependent until the RFQ is reviewed.

Related opportunities

• 31--BEARING,ROLLER,CYLI
• 16--HOUSING,LANDING GEA
• 66--INDICATOR,POSITION
• 25--SEAT,VEHICULAR
• 59--AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY
• 48--VALVE,CHECK
• 53--DEFLECTOR,DIRT AND
• 53--O-RING

How to act on this

1. Open each notice link and download the RFQ (confirm line items, submission instructions, and any attachment-driven requirements).
2. For approved-source items, secure availability and traceability for the exact cited part number(s) before finalizing price and delivery.
3. Draft and submit your electronic quote ahead of the deadline to avoid portal/email timing issues.

If you want a second set of eyes on approved-source compliance, responsiveness, and quote packaging, consider support from Federal Bid Partners LLC.