VALVE,RELIEF,PRESSU

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy (NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech) has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of a VALVE, RELIEF, PRESSURE. An amendment, published on May 5, 2026, updates clauses and dissolves the previously indicated Small Business Set-Aside, making this an unrestricted competition. Proposals are due by April 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the manufacture and design of a VALVE, RELIEF, PRESSURE that meets specified ordering data. Key requirements include:

• Manufacturer: THE ELECTRICE HEATER COMPANY (CAGE 19857)
• Part Number: 340X-8
• No technical drawings or data are provided; the part number/catalog number is fully descriptive.
• Exclusion of mercury or mercury-containing compounds from the hardware.

Contract & Timeline

• Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: None (previously Total Small Business Set-Aside dissolved by amendment)
• Response Due: April 15, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
• Published (Amendment): May 5, 2026

Key Requirements & Instructions

• Document Precedence: Amendments take precedence over the Schedule of Supplies, followed by Terms and Conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, STRs, Drawings, and Specifications.
• Waivers/Deviations: Requests for waivers or deviations on critical contracts must be submitted with justification, an evaluation demonstrating no impact on quality/form/fit/function, and supporting technical data. These requests are routed through the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) to the Post Award PCO.
• Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government.
• Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 applies. Packaging labels must be marked "VALVE, RELIEF T&P".
• Pricing: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date unless otherwise specified.

Additional Notes

• Information on Nuclear Reactor Publications, Commercial Specifications, and Technical Manuals/Repair Standards is provided, including sources for obtaining these documents.
• Contractors must adhere to U.S. Navy distribution statements (OPNAVINST 5510.1) for all provided documents and drawings.