Valve, Reed
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) Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought for Valve, Reed (NSN 4310-014912065). This is market research to identify potential manufacturers for a future Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) or Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC). Responses are due May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA is seeking potential sources capable of manufacturing Valve, Reed, identified by NSN 4310-014912065. The current approved sources are Siemens Energy, Inc. and Curtiss-Wright Electro-Mechanical. The Acquisition Method Code (AMC) "3" indicates acquisition directly from the actual manufacturer, and the Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) "D" signifies that data for competitive acquisition is not available, nor is it economically feasible to obtain or draft specifications for a competitive solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for a potential Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) / Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, by 7:00 PM ET.
- Published: May 12, 2026.
Evaluation
Responses to this market survey will be used to inform DLA's acquisition strategy and identify potential suppliers for the "Valve, Reed" item. This is not a request for quote or proposal.
Additional Notes
The market survey questionnaire seeks detailed information from potential suppliers, including company details (manufacturer, dealer/distributor, size, commercial distribution network), commerciality of the item, interest in an IDC, preferred contract period, option periods, and delivery capabilities. Companies interested in becoming an "Approved Source" may submit an application package through the DLA Weapons Support Alternate Offer/Source Approval Request (SAR) Program. Further information on the SAR program is available on the DLA Land and Maritime website: https://www.dla.mil/Land-and-Maritime/Offers/Technical-Support/Value-Management/. Contact Brandon Preece at brandon.preece@dla.mil for submissions.