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) Mechanicsburg has issued a solicitation for the manufacture and supply of VALVE ASSEMBLY units. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific technical, quality, and environmental standards, including strict mercury-free requirements. Proposals are due by March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the design, manufacture, and performance of VALVE ASSEMBLY units. Key requirements include:
- Manufacturing according to drawing 6964648 (cage 53711).
- Physical identification/marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Configuration control managed per MIL-STD-973.
- Strict adherence to mercury-free material specifications for use on submarines/surface ships.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 6, 2026
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Offerors must maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, preferably in accordance with ISO 9001, or MIL-I-45208 if currently in use. The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements, with records maintained for four years. All materials must be mercury-free; any inclusion of metallic mercury requires prior written approval from the Procurement Contracting Officer. Packaging shall comply with MIL-STD 2073. Inspection and acceptance will occur at origin.
Submission & Compliance
Contractual documents, including invoices and receiving reports, must be submitted electronically via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). Offerors should specify any exceptions to military specifications, standards, or packaging requirements when submitting quotes. If not the manufacturer, the OEM's CAGE code and part number must be provided.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact DAVID.T.SEROTKIN@DLA.MIL or call 614-693-5348.