48--VALVE,REGULATING,TE
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 Philadelphia, PA is issuing a presolicitation for 65 units of NSN 7R-4820-014545051-QF, Reference Number 814229-3, VALVE, REGULATING, TE. This is a sole-source acquisition under FAR 6.302-1, as the item is flight critical and requires engineering source approval. While only previously approved sources have been solicited, other responsible sources may identify their interest and capability. Proposals/statements of interest are due by May 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 65 units of a specific regulating valve (NSN 7R-4820-014545051-QF, REF NR 814229-3). This part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality, due to unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge held by qualified sources. The item is flight critical, and technical data is not deemed adequate for full and open competition.
Source Approval Process
New sources must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Unapproved sources must submit detailed information as per the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (Spares and Repair links provided in the original notice) along with their proposal. Failure to provide required data will result in offers not being considered. Note that the time required for new source approval may not delay award if Fleet support needs are urgent.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Intended Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Item: Valve, Regulating, TE (NSN 7R-4820-014545051-QF)
- Quantity: 65 EA
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: May 6, 2026
- Published: March 21, 2026
Additional Notes
Interested parties may obtain Military and Federal Specifications and Standards from the DoD Single Stock Point (DODSSP) via ASSIST-Online (http://quicksearch.dla.mil/). Contact MARY S. LINDSAY at MARY.LINDSAY@DLA.MIL or (215)737-3832 for inquiries.