How to bid on Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories and Components for the DLA

What the DLA is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is looking to purchase 18 special aircraft motors, identified by part number HD9801. These motors fall under National Stock Number (NSN) 1680-016930490. This procurement will result in a firm-fixed-price contract. The agency plans to limit competition for this opportunity.

Delivery of these production units is required within 255 days after the order is received. Inspection and acceptance of the items will occur at the destination.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on November 17, 2025. The deadline for responses is December 02, 2026, at 3:00 AM ET. The actual solicitation is expected to be issued on or around December 2, 2025.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply specialized aircraft equipment, specifically motors with part number HD9801. Firms with experience in providing equipment to the Defense Logistics Agency or other defense entities, particularly those handling firm-fixed-price contracts, may find this relevant. The category for this procurement is equipment.

How to respond

The solicitation will be made available through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). To access it, you will need to visit the DIBBS website. From the homepage, select "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" from the menu under the "Solicitations" tab. You can then search for and download the specific RFP.

The solicitation documents will be in Portable Document Format (PDF), requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. A paper copy of the solicitation will not be provided.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, ensure you clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the specified delivery timeline of 255 days after order receipt. Pay close attention to the part number HD9801 to confirm your product exactly matches the requirement.

Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, your proposed price should be comprehensive and account for all costs, as it will not change. Thoroughly review all sections of the solicitation once it is released to understand any specific technical or administrative requirements for submission.