VALVE,REGULATING,FL
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 Department of Defense, DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK, has issued a Presolicitation for VALVE,REGULATING,FL (NSN: 4810-01-225-7171RK), a solenoid actuated air regulating and shutoff valve for F-16 aircraft engine bleed air. The estimated Request for Proposal (RFP) issue date is January 21, 2026, with responses due by February 20, 2026. This acquisition is not set aside. The Government does not own the data or rights to manufacture this item, and firms are encouraged to contact the OEM.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a VALVE,REGULATING,FL, which functions as a solenoid actuated air regulating and air shutoff valve for engine bleed air, specifically for the F-16 aircraft. The item has physical dimensions of approximately 7.30” (Length), 2.70” (Width), 4.90” (Height), and weighs 3.00 lbs. The total estimated quantity is 68 each, with a range of 17 to 102 units. Required delivery is 6 units per month, starting on July 30, 2027, to destination SW3211. Qualification requirements exist, and UID requirements will apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (RFP SPRTA1-26-R-0082)
- Nomenclature: VALVE,REGULATING,FL
- NSN: 4810-01-225-7171RK
- Part Numbers: 5108-00-3, 229185-4, 16VY100-3, or 4810PL0654278
- Set-Aside: Not set aside
- Estimated RFP Issue: January 21, 2026
- Response Due: February 20, 2026
- Published Date: December 15, 2025
- Required Delivery: 6 each per month starting 30 July 2027
- Export Control: No
Qualified Sources & History
Current qualified sources include DUKES AEROSPACE, INC. (CAGE 09445), MEGGITT (NORTH HOLLYWOOD), INC. (CAGE: 79318), LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (CAGE: 81755), and JEDNOLITY INDEKS MATERIALOWY (CAGE: 9009H). Previous acquisitions for this item were awarded to JAMAICA BEARINGS CO., INC. in March 2020 (8 each) and September 2019 (7 each).
Additional Notes
Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation, and hard copies will not be sent. The solicitation will be available for download only at www.sam.gov. An Ombudsman is available at (405) 855-3552 for concerns, but not for solicitation requests. The Government is not using Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this requirement, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. Questions should be directed to Dana Kaiser (dana.kaiser@us.af.mil).