VALVE, GLOBE

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Market Survey Questionnaire from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support. It is not a request for quote or proposal but serves as market research for a potential Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC), specifically an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC).

The survey focuses on a "Valve, Globe" with NSN 4820004956263. The DLA is seeking information from potential suppliers regarding their capability to provide this item under an IDC structure. The IDC would allow for future Purchase Requests (PR) to be awarded via delivery orders against a basic contract, with terms typically ranging from one to three years, plus option years. The contractor would be guaranteed a minimum order value.

Key information requested from potential suppliers includes:

• Company details (status, size, distribution network)
• Whether the item is considered commercial and its commercial use/application
• Availability of published catalogs, price listings, or website information
• Details on customization or modifications
• Information on delivery capabilities (maximum quantity, minimum delivery order quantity, best delivery time)
• Interest in pursuing an IDC for this item and agreement to a three-year base period.

Drawings and specifications for the item are accessible via a provided link and cFolders. The survey requests responses within 7 business days.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it signals a future procurement opportunity for a "Valve, Globe" under an IDC. It provides insight into the government's intended contract type and the specific item being considered. The questionnaire allows potential suppliers to express their interest and provide critical market information that will shape the upcoming solicitation, including pricing, delivery, and contract structure. Responding to this survey is an opportunity for vendors to influence the procurement process and demonstrate their capabilities.

Market Survey Questionnaire

This document is a market research questionnaire from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support. DLA is considering a solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) for the item identified by NSN 4820004956263, Globe Valve. This is NOT a request for quote or proposal, but an effort to gather information to create a realistic and beneficial solicitation.

• NSN: 4820004956263
• Nomenclature: Valve, Globe
• Part Number: 803-4384536-71B1AF (based on AW BASIC DRAWING NR 80064 4384536, Revision N, DTD 09/27/2016)
• Reference Drawing: 53711 7063850, Revision B, DTD 05/11/2015
• Note: Drawings/Specifications are accessible via cFolders using query CM26036001 and/or MR004956263.

An Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC), a type of Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC), is being considered. IQCs are used for items with recurring demands to streamline repetitive awards. A "Basic Contract" will allow for future Purchase Requests (PRs) to be awarded via delivery orders. Contract terms are typically a 1-3 year base period with potential for two 4-year option periods. Quantities on delivery orders are estimated, with a guaranteed minimum order value.

Respondents are asked to provide details about their company (status, size, manufacturer if applicable), commercial questions (whether the item is commercial, sales history, pricing data, modifications), and interest in an IDC. Specific questions address:

• Commercial item determination and sales history

• Availability of published catalogs or price listings

• Ability to provide drawings, bill of materials, or sales history (un-redacted or redacted)

• Customization and differences/similarities between commercial and military equivalents

• Understanding of Certified Cost or Pricing Data requirements

• Interest in an IDC, preferred base/option periods, maximum/minimum delivery quantities, and delivery times

• Impact of higher guaranteed minimum percentages on pricing

• Quantity/price breaks

• All information should be submitted via email to Kyle.Blazek@dla.mil.

• The response date is within 5 business days of receipt.

• Deliveries will be made to DLA Depots.