VALVE ASSEMBLY,MANI
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 Philadelphia is issuing a Solicitation for VALVE ASSEMBLY, MANI as a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) NEW SPARES requirement. This item is classified as Flight Critical and requires engineering source approval by the Naval Air Systems Command. Only companies with prior approval or those who submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) by the closing date will be eligible for award. Responses are due by April 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the acquisition of valve assemblies designated as Critical Safety Items (CSI) and Flight Critical, used in crucial shipboard systems for aircraft launch/recovery. Key requirements include:
- Engineering Source Approval: Mandatory for all manufacturers, with specific documentation required for SAR submissions.
- Quality Assurance: Adherence to ISO 9001 or equivalent, 100% inspection for critical and major characteristics, plating, hardness, and non-destructive testing (NDT). AQLs apply for other characteristics.
- First Article Testing (FAT): Mandatory for new manufacturers, involving a single unit in uncoated condition, government evaluation, and a detailed test report. Waiver of FAT is possible for offerors with recent, identical production history at the same facility.
- Critical Manufacturing Processes: Heat treat and cadmium plating are specifically highlighted.
- Traceability: Contractor must develop a system for individual piece part traceability.
- Drawings: Manufacturing, testing, and inspection must comply with NAWC LAKEHURST drawing number 6532E398-2, Revision AE, and referenced specifications. No drawings are available from the government.
- Final Inspection: Requires 14-day advance notification to the PCO and NAWC Lakehurst QA for witnessing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: 4820 (Valves, Nonpowered)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published: March 24, 2026
Evaluation
Eligibility is contingent upon engineering source approval by NAVAIR. Award will be based on compliance with all technical specifications, quality requirements, and successful completion or waiver of First Article Testing. Offerors requesting FAT waiver must submit two prices: one with FAT compliance and one with waiver.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). All records pertaining to ALRE CAI manufacture and inspection/test must be provided to the ALRE Cognizant Technical Authority and maintained for seven years.