POPPET SNORKEL HEAD 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) Maritime - Portsmouth has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ SPMYM326Q8015) for the procurement of a POPPET, SNORKEL HEAD VALVE and associated data requirements. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard requires one (1) POPPET, SNORKEL HEAD VALVE (PC-2 OF DWG 7107384/XC, PIN H6436506-2F). Key specifications include:
- Material: Titanium, SAE AMS-T-9047A, Composition TI 6AL4V, Cond A.
- Threads: IAW FED-STD-H28/20 SYSTEM 21.
- Coating: Type 2 Anodize IAW AMS-2488A IODIZE or equivalent.
- Testing: Ultrasonic testing of forging IAW AMS 2631A.
In addition to the valve, the requirement includes three Data Requirements (CDRLs):
- Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356A).
- NDT (UT) Procedure Approval (UDI-T-23732B).
- UT Results / Report (DI-NDTI-80809B).
Offerors must submit descriptive literature demonstrating how their quotation meets all required specifications. Failure to provide this may result in technical unacceptability. For drawing requests, a signed security agreement and a signed DD Form 2345 are mandatory.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13) and FAR Part 12.
- FSC/NAICS: 5340 (Hardware) / 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing).
- Small Business Standard: 750 employees.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- Place of Performance: Kittery, ME, United States.
- Government Required Delivery Date (RDD): September 30, 2026.
- Payment Terms: Net 30 Days AFTER acceptance of material. Government Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) are accepted payment methods. If GCPC is chosen, a WAWF receiving report is required.
- FOB: Destination.
- Clauses: The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR, DFARS, DLAD, DLA Procurement Notes, and Local Clauses. Offerors are responsible for reviewing all applicable clauses, including specific attention to 252.204-7016 and 252.204-7019.
Submission & Evaluation
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Vendor responsibility will be determined using PPIRS and in accordance with FAR 9.104.
- Submission Deadline: May 12, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to sam.aiguier@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL.
- Required Quote Information: Price(s), FOB point, Cage Code, point of contact (name and phone number), GSA contract number (if applicable), business size under the NAICS Code, and preferred payment method.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). A current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment posted in SPRS is required.
- Manufacturer Information: If not the actual manufacturer, provide the Manufacturer’s Name, Location, and Business Size.
- Country of Origin: Vendors must list the country of origin for each line item.
- Award Intent: The government intends to make a single award without discussions.
Point of Contact
Sam Aiguier, sam.aiguier@dla.mil.