VALVE, SOLENOID
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) Weapons Support is conducting a Sources Sought for market research on VALVE, SOLENOID (NSN 4810-01-281-6288). This initiative aims to identify qualified sources for a potential Firm Fixed Price contract, as the Government does not possess complete technical data. Responses, via a market research questionnaire, are due April 17, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST.
Purpose & Scope
DLA Weapons Support is considering a procurement for NSN 4810-01-281-6288, a VALVE, SOLENOID. The Government intends to solicit and contract only from approved sources under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) due to a lack of complete, unrestricted technical data. This Sources Sought notice is strictly for market research and planning purposes, not a solicitation for proposals. The applicable NAICS code is 332911 with a business size standard of 750 employees. The purpose is to gather information on the availability and capability of qualified businesses to inform the acquisition method.
Key Information Requested (Market Research Questionnaire)
- Item Details: NSN, Nomenclature, Approved Manufacturers and Part Numbers, NAICS code, Estimated Quantity (26), and Estimated Order Quantity Ranges (1-20, 21-40, 41-60, 61-80).
- Company Information: Cage Code, DUNS Number, business size (large/small, categories), and manufacturer/distributor status.
- Pricing & Cost Data: Inquiries about price breaks, estimated unit price for 26 units, willingness to quote a quantity option, primary cost drivers, and ability to provide Certified Cost or Pricing Data (CCPD).
- Commercial Item Determination: Questions to assess if the item qualifies as a commercial item, including GSA Schedule availability and sales to the general public.
- Delivery & Testing: Inquiries about FOB Origin acceptability, estimated standard delivery time, production lead time, maximum production capacity, and willingness to perform or submit units for Government First Article Testing (FAT), Contractor FAT, or Production Lot Testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (potential Firm Fixed Price contract)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 17, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. EST
- Published: April 2, 2026
Action Items
Interested sources should complete the attached market survey questionnaire and return the completed copy to Christina Choi via e-mail at Christina.Choi@dla.mil by the specified deadline. Responses will assist DLA Land and Maritime in determining an appropriate acquisition method and developing a "realistic and mutually beneficial solicitation."
Contact
Christina Choi (Christina.Choi@dla.mil, 614-381-8289).