Valve Assembly
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) Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK has issued a Presolicitation for the procurement of Valve Assemblies and Solenoid Valves as spares for the F-16 aircraft. This notice, identified as RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0090, indicates an upcoming solicitation for these critical components. The acquisition will not be set aside. The estimated closing date for the future solicitation is February 09, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for two types of valves:
- Valve Assembly (Cage 96124): Described as a normally open differential pressure regulator and solenoid controlled shut-off valve that modulates to control bleed airflow to the refrigeration package. Material is aluminum.
- Solenoid Valve (Cage 83533): Described as a shutoff valve, made of aluminum casting, which blocks ambient vent and opens air passage to pressurize a chamber when energized. A quantity of 35 units of Item No. 0001 is required, and Unique Item Identification (IUID) requirements will apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (for RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0090)
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: January 22, 2026
- Estimated Solicitation Closing Date: February 09, 2026
- Required Delivery Date: November 27, 2025
- Anticipated Award Date: 90 days after solicitation issuance
- Set-Aside: This acquisition will not be set aside.
- Contract Type: Not specified, but electronic procedures will be used.
Submission & Evaluation
A written quotation request will be issued, and only written or faxed requests directly from offerors will be accepted. The final award decision may be based on a combination of price and past performance, with price being a significant factor.
Additional Notes
The government does not own the data or rights to manufacture these items; interested firms are encouraged to contact the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for data or rights. This acquisition involves technology with military or space application. The government is not using policies from FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items). An Ombudsman has been appointed for offeror concerns. Qualified sources identified are Transdigm Inc (Cage 96124) and Essex Industries (Cage 83533).