VALVE,REGULATING,FL
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 solicitation for the procurement of VALVE, REGULATING, FL. This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of these valves, subject to stringent quality and testing requirements. Quotes are due by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacture and quality assurance of VALVE, REGULATING, FL, specifically part number 5497337-59 (CAGE 53711), in accordance with drawing 5497337. Key requirements include:
- First Article Approval (Contractor Testing): Non-destructive testing on one unit.
- First Article Approval (Government Testing): Non-destructive compatibility testing on one unit at NSWC-PHD, MK41 VLS group, with the sample to be returned. Government testing to be completed 45 days from receipt of FAT unit/report.
- Production Lot Approval (Contractor Testing).
- Marking: In accordance with MIL-STD-130.
- Soldering: Conforms to IPC J-STD-001, Class 3.
- 100% Inspection is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Quantity: 10 units
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, by 20:30 UTC
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Mechanicsburg, Department of Defense
- Product Service Code: 4810 (Valves, Powered)
Key Requirements & Submission
Offerors must adhere to Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirements (ISO9001) and DLA Procurement Note E06 (Inspection and Acceptance at Source). Electronic submission of Receiving Reports and Invoices through PIEE-WAWF is mandatory.
- Authorized Distributors: Only authorized distributors of the original manufacturer's item will be considered. Proof of authorization on company letterhead is required with the offer.
- OEM Information: If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the OEM (CAGE code) and part number.
- Drawings/Technical Data: Not available for this item.
- Production Facility Changes: Requires Contracting Officer approval and a $250 price reduction for administrative costs.
- First Article Test/Inspection Report: Required for approval prior to production.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact CERRILL.MCMEEKIN via email at CERRILL.MCMEEKIN@DLA.MIL. Vendors are recommended to register for automated notifications from Navy Electronic Commerce Online (NECO) and view orders/contracts on the Electronic Document Access (EDA) web tool via PIEE.