48--VALVE, PRESS RELIEF
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 Department of the Navy / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH intends to award a sole-source contract for VALVE, PRESS RELIEF (NSN 7H-4820-016263905-X3). This notice is published under FAR 6.302-1, indicating the Government's intent to negotiate with only one source. Interested parties may submit statements of interest or capability. Responses are due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 3 units of VALVE, PRESS RELIEF (NSN 7H-4820-016263905-X3, TDP VER 003). Delivery locations are DLA Distribution, New Cumberland, PA 17070-5002 and DLA Dist San Joaquin, Tracy, CA 95304-5000. The Acquisition Method Code (AMC) 3 specifies acquisition directly from the actual manufacturer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Presolicitation (FAR 6.302-1)
- Justification: The Government does not own the data rights to purchase/repair this part from additional sources, and reverse engineering is uneconomical.
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026
- Published: May 7, 2026
- Consideration: Proposals/statements received within 45 days of publication will be considered.
Qualification Requirements
Award will only be made if the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meets qualification requirements at the time of award, in accordance with FAR clause 52.209-1. The solicitation will identify where additional information on qualification requirements can be obtained.
Additional Notes
This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7036) and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements (DFARS 252.225-7021), if these clauses are included in the final solicitation. Information on obtaining Military and Federal Specifications and Standards is provided, noting that patterns, drawings, and purchase descriptions are not stocked at DODSSP.