Valve, Linear, Direct
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) Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK, under the Department of Defense, is soliciting proposals for the New Manufacture of Valve, Linear, Direct. This is a control valve (NSN: 4810-01-215-3678HS, P/N: 765687-2-4) used to regulate air recirculating loop fan motors. This appears to be an unrestricted acquisition. Proposals are due May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the new manufacture of a Valve, Linear, Direct, specifically a control valve for air recirculating loop fan motors. Key requirements include:
- Item: New Manufacture of Valve, Linear, Direct.
- Material: Alloy Aluminum and Steel.
- Identification: IUID (Item Unique Identification) is required.
- Quality Assurance: Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply, and the contractor must comply with ISO 9001-2015 standards.
- Inspection & Acceptance: Both inspection and acceptance will occur at origin, with a Receiving Report Required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (RFP), implied Firm Fixed-Price.
- Acquisition Type: Negotiated.
- Set-Aside: None specified; appears to be an unrestricted acquisition.
- NAICS Code: 336413 - Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing.
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 23, 2026.
- Proposal Due Date: May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
- Offer Validity: 120 days.
- Delivery: Expected by June 12, 2028. Early or partial delivery is acceptable at no additional cost.
Evaluation
Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this excerpt, but standard factors would apply for a negotiated acquisition. Offers are to be submitted to the issuing office.
Additional Notes
- OEM Permission: Evidence of permission from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is required for providing the item. Quotes submitted without this evidence will be considered non-responsive.
- Quantity: The required quantity may change. Contractors should offer prices for quantity ranges from 1 to 8 units, with a current required quantity of 5 units.
- Funding: FY26 funds apply. Award cannot be made until FY26 funds become available.
- Attachments: Referenced attachments include AFMC 158 (Packaging Requirements), DD Form 1653 (Transportation Data), and an IUID Checklist.