4820
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) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought for NSN 4820-01-227-1013, a SAFETY RELIEF VALVE. This market research aims to identify qualified businesses for a potential Firm Fixed-Price contract, particularly as the Government intends to solicit from approved sources due to a lack of complete technical data. Responses are due March 4, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST.
Purpose & Scope
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only, serving as market research to gather information on the availability and capability of qualified businesses. The DLA Weapons Support is considering a procurement of the specified VALVE, SAFETY RELIEF (NSN 4820-01-227-1013). The Government does not possess complete, unrestricted technical data and intends to solicit and contract only from approved sources under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). The attached market survey questionnaire seeks details on company size, manufacturing capabilities, pricing, commerciality, delivery, and packaging to assist in determining an appropriate acquisition method.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for a potential Firm Fixed-Price contract)
- Item: NSN 4820-01-227-1013, VALVE,SAFETY RELIEF
- NAICS Code: 332911 (Manufacturing, with a business size standard of 750 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (this is a market research notice)
- Approved Sources: The market survey document specifically mentions EMERSON AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS as an approved manufacturer.
Response & Timeline
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST
- Published Date: February 25, 2026
- Submission: Interested sources should complete the attached market survey questionnaire and return it via email to Marisa Thompson (marisa.thompson@dla.mil).
- Contact: Marisa Thompson, marisa.thompson@dla.mil, 614-623-3459
Additional Notes
This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. No solicitation exists at this time. Your response will help the Government determine the acquisition strategy.