48--VALVE,RELIEF,1/2IN
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 has issued a Presolicitation for VALVE, RELIEF, 1/2IN (NSN 1H-4820-016859661-X3, TDP VER 002). This requirement is for 6 units to be delivered to DLA Distribution centers in New Cumberland, PA, and Tracy, CA. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Opportunity Details
This acquisition is identified with an Acquisition Method Code (AMC)/Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) of 5P, indicating a sole-source procurement from a contractor that is not the actual manufacturer. The Government does not possess the data rights to acquire or repair this part from additional sources, and reverse engineering is deemed uneconomical. The proposed contract action intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1.
Response & Evaluation
While this is not a request for competitive proposals, all responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement or submit proposals, quotations, or capability statements. Responses received within 45 days of the publication date (April 4, 2026) will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is solely at its discretion. Information received will primarily be used to assess the feasibility of a competitive procurement.
Commercial Item Consideration
Based on market research, the Government is not using FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, for this solicitation. However, interested parties may inform the contracting officer of their interest and capability to satisfy this requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Due: May 5, 2026
- Published Date: April 4, 2026
- Contracting Office: NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH
- Primary Contact: KIERSTEN L. SIPE, KIERSTEN.L.SIPE.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, (564)226-0650