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 is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard requires one (1) POPPET, SNORKEL HEAD VALVE (PC-2 OF DWG 7107384/XC). Key specifications include:
- Material: Titanium, SAE AMS-T-9047A, Composition TI 6AL4V, Cond A.
- Pin Number: H6436506-2F.
- 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. Associated data requirements include a Certificate of Compliance (CDRL DI-MISC-81356A), NDT (UT) Procedure Approval (CDRL UDI-T-23732B), and UT Results/Report (CDRL DI-NDTI-80809B). Offerors must submit descriptive literature demonstrating compliance with specifications. Requesting drawings requires a signed security agreement and DD Form 2345.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (FAR Part 12, Simplified Acquisition Procedures FAR Part 13).
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- FSC/NAICS: 5340 (Hardware) / 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing), Small Business Standard: 750 employees.
- Place of Performance: Kittery, ME.
- Required Delivery Date (RDD): September 30, 2026. Meeting or exceeding this date is critical.
- Payment Terms: Net 30 Days AFTER acceptance of material. Payment via Government Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). If GCPC is used, a WAWF receiving report is mandatory.
- Inspection: Final inspection at Destination.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: April 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to sam.aiguier@dla.mil and DLA-KME-QUOTATIONS@DLA.MIL.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award may be made without discussions.
- Required Information: Quotes must include price(s), FOB point, Cage Code, Point of Contact (name and phone), GSA contract number (if applicable), business size under the NAICS Code, and preferred payment method.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment posted in SPRS. Completed FAR 52.212-3 and its ALT I, and provisions 252.204-7016 and 252.204-7019 are required. Vendors must list the country of origin for each line item. If not the manufacturer, provide manufacturer's name, location, and business size.
Key Clauses & Notes
The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR, DFARS, DLAD, DLA Procurement Notes, and Local Clauses. Bidders are responsible for reviewing all applicable clauses, including those related to telecommunications equipment prohibitions (e.g., 252.204-7018), supply chain security, and cybersecurity requirements (NIST SP 800-171).