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 Solicitation for VALVE, LINEAR, DIRECT - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS. This is a Sole Source acquisition, justified because the government does not own the necessary data rights, and SARGENT AEROSPACE & DEFENSE LLC (CAGE 78062) is identified as the only known manufacturer. The contract will be Firm Fixed-Price with a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Proposals are due February 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers the manufacture and quality assurance of the VALVE, LINEAR, DIRECT, specifically Cage Code 78062, reference number 3798354-4. Key aspects include:
- Mercury-Free: Material must be free from metallic mercury and contamination for use on submarines/surface ships.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors are responsible for all inspection requirements and must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001 (or MIL-I-45208).
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
- Design Changes: Specific procedures are outlined for reporting and approving changes in design, material, servicing, or part numbers.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition)
- Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC
- Published: January 29, 2026
- Delivery: Final Delivery Date expected by January 1, 2027.
- Payment: Electronic submittal of Receiving Report and Invoices through PIEE-WAWF is mandatory.
- FOB/Inspection: FOB Source is required, with inspection and acceptance at source.
Important Notes for Offerors
- Manufacturer/Distributor Requirements: If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the OEM (CAGE code) and part number. Authorized distributors must provide a letter from the manufacturer. Dealers must provide a statement identifying their firm as a dealer with OEM name/CAGE code and P/N.
- Technical Data: No drawings or technical data are available for this item.
- Refurbished Material: Not acceptable.
- Future Competition: NAVSUP WSS encourages vendors with expertise to submit technical data packages for source approval to promote future competition.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact JENNIFER.ELLIOTT@DLA.MIL.