Regulating Fluid Pressure 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) Weapons Support Mechanicsburg is conducting a Sources Sought to identify capable sources for a Regulating Fluid Pressure Valve (NSN: 7HH 4810 015206511, P/N: 506-4008, Qty: 10). This market research aims to gather information to shape a future solicitation. Responses are due by March 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The DLA is seeking to identify potential suppliers for the specified Regulating Fluid Pressure Valve. The purpose of this Sources Sought is to gather market information to generate a realistic and beneficial solicitation. Non-Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) must provide complete traceability information back to the OEM when submitting an offer; failure to do so may result in a non-responsive offer.
Information Requested from Vendors
Vendors interested in supplying this item are requested to complete and return the attached market survey, providing information on:
- Item availability and commercial/COTS status.
- Whether the item is catalog/price listed and if price lists can be provided.
- Recommended quantity ranges for better pricing.
- Normal delivery times and current inventory status.
- Acceptability of FOB Origin and Inspection/Acceptance Origin terms.
- Company size (employees) and parent company information.
- Capability to provide cost or pricing data if required for contracts over $800,000.
- Dominant materials and their percentage of the item.
- Last manufacturing date and for whom.
- Capability to manufacture similar parts.
- Minimum delivery order quantities or dollar values.
- Willingness to accept option years with Economic Price Adjustment clauses.
For items designated as commercial, vendors must provide evidence of actual sales to the general public, evolution through technological advances, minor modifications, customary combinations, or items transferred between divisions/subsidiaries. Evidence such as sales proof, invoices, price lists, or web links, and a copy of any commercial warranty, are required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 4810 (Valves, Powered)
- Response Due: March 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: February 26, 2026
Important Notes
This is for informational purposes only and is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). It does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the Government. Responses are not offers, and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for the preparation of responses.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Tyese Swain
- Email: Tyese.Swain@dla.mil
- Phone: 385-591-3468