48--VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg has issued a Presolicitation for VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS (NSN 7H-4810-012284228, QTY 12 EA). This is a sole-source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1, with the government intending to negotiate with Sargent Aerospace & Defense, LLC. Interested parties may submit capability statements by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of 12 EA of VALVE,LINEAR,DIRECT - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS, identified by NSN 7H-4810-012284228. Delivery is FOB Origin. The approved source of supply is Sargent Aerospace & Defense, LLC. (CAGE 78062).
Rationale for Sole Source
The government intends to award a contract to Sargent Aerospace & Defense, LLC. because it is the only known manufacturing source. The government does not own the necessary data or rights to purchase or repair this part from alternative sources, and it has been deemed uneconomical to acquire the data or reverse engineer the part. Previous market research, including a Request for Information/Sources Sought notice (posted 08/07/2025) and a synopsis (posted 09/16/2025), yielded no responses from other potential sources.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a proposed Firm Fixed-Price contract.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1).
- Response Due: April 10, 2026, by 6:00 PM EDT.
- Published: March 17, 2026.
- Final Delivery Date: January 1, 2027.
Evaluation
The proposed contract action will utilize a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology. While this is a sole-source intent, all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability to respond. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
The government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) policies for this solicitation. However, interested persons may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of the notice publication (by April 1, 2026). The DLA encourages vendors with expertise to submit technical data packages for source approval for future requirements.