VALVE, SHUT-OFF / NSN 2995-01-052-6098 / F-15 AIRCRAFT
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 intends to issue an Unrestricted solicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for VALVE, SHUT-OFF (NSN 2995-01-052-6098), primarily for F-15 aircraft. This is a sole source procurement, with Valcor Engineering Corp. (CAGE 96487) identified as the only approved source. Interested parties must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) to be considered. The estimated solicitation issue date is March 20, 2026, with responses from interested parties due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This IQC is for the supply of VALVE, SHUT-OFF (NSN 2995-01-052-6098). The Estimated Annual Quantity (EAQ) is 80 EACH. Production units will be FOB: Destination, with Inspection/Acceptance at Origin. The item is critical but not a Critical Safety Item. Surge requirements apply, with a Minimum Workload Requirement (MWR) of 8 each.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source)
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: March 20, 2026
- Response Deadline for Interested Parties: April 23, 2026
- Published: March 9, 2026
Source Approval & Competition
The proposed contract action is for supplies where the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one or a limited number of sources, specifically Valcor Engineering Corp. (CAGE 96487) for part number V5000-4720. DLA Weapons Support - Richmond does not possess technical data for this part. Any other interested contractor must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package for approval. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; however, proposals received within 45 days of publication (by April 23, 2026) will be considered. The Government retains discretion on whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Interested persons may also identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice.
Additional Notes
Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to receive an award. The final award decision may be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors. The solicitation will be available via DIBBS at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/ on the issue date.