4820-Safety Relief Valve
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, on behalf of DLA Weapons Support, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for the procurement of NSN 4820-01-377-3885, Valve, Safety Relief. This is for a potential Firm Fixed Price Contract. The Government does not possess complete technical data and intends to solicit from approved sources. Interested parties must complete and return the attached questionnaire by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This market research aims to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Valve, Safety Relief (NSN 4820-01-377-3885). The Government intends to solicit and contract only from approved sources under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) due to incomplete, unrestricted technical data. The attached questionnaire requests comprehensive information including:
- Company Information: CAGE code, DUNS, business size (large/small), manufacturer/distributor status.
- Item Quantity and Pricing: Sensitivity to quantity, price breaks, estimated unit price for 13 units, and willingness to quote 100% quantity.
- Cost or Pricing Data: Ability to provide Certified Cost or Pricing Data (CCPD) or other than CCPD.
- Commercial Questions: Commercial item status, GSA schedule availability, sales to the public.
- Delivery Questions: Acceptance of FOB Origin, estimated standard delivery time, production lead time, and maximum capacity.
- Miscellaneous: Willingness for government or contractor first article testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for a potential Firm Fixed Price Contract)
- NAICS Code: 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing)
- Business Size Standard: 750 employees
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, by 4:00 P.M. EST
- Published: February 25, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals or quotations. The Government will use responses to determine an appropriate acquisition method and is not obligated to pay for any information received. For questions, contact Brian Bulfin at brian.bulfin@dla.mil or 614-704-9591.