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 the Navy / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH is issuing a Sole Source Solicitation (N00104-26-Q-ZB13) for the procurement of VALVE, REGULATING, FL (NSN 4820-00-027-3583) from LESLIE CONTROLS, INC. This is a high-priority, Level One procurement. The sole source justification is AMC 3R, indicating that the government does not own the data or rights to purchase from additional sources, and it is uneconomical to acquire data or reverse engineer the part. Quotations are due May 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 33 EA of the "VALVE, REGULATING, FL" (CLIN 0001, NIIN 0000273583). This material is designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured)" due to its critical use in shipboard systems where failure could lead to serious injury, loss of life, or vital system failure. Key technical requirements are detailed in Sections C, D, E, and attachments, including:
- Compliance with MIL-STD-2073 for packaging.
- Specific material requirements for components like Spring Case, Main Body, Bottom Cap, and Adj. Screw.
- Testing certifications for Quality Conformance/Compliance, Ultrasonic Inspection, Liquid Penetrant Inspection, and Non-Destructive Tests.
- Pressure tolerance and test time tolerance requirements.
- Requirements for K-MONEL fasteners, including heat treatment and mechanical properties.
- Thread inspection, welding, and brazing requirements, including qualification data and Certificate of Compliance for weld filler metals.
- Quality Assurance adherence to ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208, with Government Quality Assurance performed at the source.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Delivery: Required within 365 days (or "See Schedule"). Partial and early delivery is authorized and desired at no additional cost.
- Rating: DO under the Defense Priorities and Allocation System.
- Flexibility: Issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotations Due: Close of business on May 7, 2026.
- Evaluation: Based on price and past performance, with past performance being the more important factor. The Government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest priced offer. The Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will be used.
Additional Notes
This is a high-priority procurement for the Level One program. A DD1423 Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file. The primary point of contact is Jeffrey Dietrich at jeffrey.a.dietrich5.civ@us.navy.mil.