Small Business

Learn more about how to use the Procurement Technical Assistance Program to connect businesses with the government

STEPS to SUCCESS - Doing Business with DLA

New to working with the government? New to working with DLA? Just looking for a place to get started?

Learn the basics with the Small Business Overview for Vendors.

The overview details what DLA is, what DLA buys, and how the federal government buys goods and services. Find out what programs your business might be eligible for and the steps and systems needed to become registered to do business with DLA. Also learn how to find current DLA and other federal government business opportunities, as well as where to turn if you need help.

Learn more about the Defense Logistics Agency.

What can DLA Small Business do for you?

Explain government procurement terminology, procedures and regulations
Identify points of contact
Provide Free Training through Training, Knowledge & Opportunities (TKO) Seminars and Webinars
Facilitate communication with agency small business and contracting personnel
Assist in identifying Federal Supply Classes for items and services your business provides
Direct you to useful resources and websites
Act as an Ombudsman for small businesses

Contact DLA Small Business for assistance, or learn more through the menu to the left.

Notices

Procurement Technical Assistance Program

The Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP): Connecting Business to Government

The PTAP was established to expand the number of businesses capable of participating in government contracts. The program is administered by DLA's Small Business Programs in cooperation with states, local governments and nonprofit organizations. Under the program, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) help businesses pursue and perform under contracts with the Department of Defense, other federal agencies, state and local governments and with government prime contractors. Most of the assistance the PTACs provide is free. PTAC support to businesses includes registration in systems such as the System for Award Management (SAM), identification of contract opportunities, help in understanding requirements and in preparing and submitting bids.

Vendor Opportunities and Forecasts

Federal Business Opportunities: Search for DLA procurement opportunities for proposed contract actions expected to exceed $25,000.
DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS): Search for items of supply and procurement opportunities.
DLA Acquisition Forecast from DIBBS' Supplier Requirement Visibility Application (SRVA): Search for DLA’s anticipated requirements.
2018 DLA Industry Day Presentation: Provides forecasts of opportunities by Major Subordinate Command to include projections of future demand by supply chain. More presentations from the event are available on the DLA Enterprise - Industry Engagement webpage to include the DLA Internal Requirements / Strategic Materials Requirement presentation.

DLA Aviation Vendor Opportunities

Backorder Listing- The Backorder Listing is a spreadsheet which contains parts listed by National Item Identification Number (NIIN) where DLA Aviation has an immediate need. If you have ANY quantity readily available for this material please email the NIIN, quantity available, and days to ship to the DLA Aviation Small Business Office. Please do not list surplus material unless it is new and you can provide certification upon request.
Unawarded Solicitation Opportunities - This list includes open unawarded solicitations that do not have a qualified quote. You can browse the spreadsheet for solicitations by NSN or nomenclature. If interested in a particular solicitation, the DIBBS link can be opened to view the solicitation.
Prime Strategic Contracting Opportunities- This spreadsheet details small business strategic solicitations. You can filter by type of set-aside, NSN and nomenclature. If interested in a particular solicitation, copy and past the DIBBS link provided into your web browser to see the solicitation. It is suggested that if you are interested in the solicitation on DIBBS that you also sign up in DIBBS to receive an email alert to for amendments to the solicitation.
Strategic Subcontracting Opportunities Points-of-Contact - This spreadsheet provides points of contact for the major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) that support DLA Aviation’s strategic contracts. You can use the information in the sheet if you are interested in exploring subcontracting opportunities with the OEMs.

DLA Land & Maritime Vendor Opportunities

No-Bid Solicitations List - Most of these items can be found at DIBBS. You can search the National Stock Number (FSC+NIIN, i.e. 5962011231234) and find open solicitations, a point of contact, and complete data, if available. Contact the Business Counseling Center for assistance by email: Small Business Office.
DLA Land and Maritime Procurement Initiatives

Quick Resources

DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)
- DIBBS Pocket Guide - Do you have questions about DIBBS?
- Accessing Technical Data through DIBBS - cFolders
FREE Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar and Webinars
North American Industry Classification (NAICS) to Federal Supply Class or Product Service Code Cross Reference
Federal Supply Classes Managed by DLA - via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)