48--LAMELLAR VALVE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Weapons Support is seeking a vendor to supply lamellar valves under this combined synopsis/solicitation. Lamellar valves are industrial valves typically used in fluid control applications, featuring a layered or plate-like internal structure that regulates flow. In defense logistics contexts, these components commonly support maritime, weapons, or related mechanical systems where reliable sealing and flow control are critical.
The DLA Maritime and DLA Weapons Support organizations manage procurement for naval and weapons system sustainment, making this likely a recurring supply requirement for maintenance, repair, or overhaul operations. See the solicitation for exact specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) — DLA Maritime Columbus / DLA Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7MC27T0815 |
| NAICS | 332911 — Industrial Valve Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside — Total program. To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing), which currently uses 1,000 employees as the receipts-based threshold
- Be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
- Have any required certifications current at time of award
- Be capable of meeting whatever technical, quality, and delivery requirements DLA specifies for this valve supply
If you qualify as a small business manufacturer, you are the target audience for this solicitation. Non-manufacturer rule considerations may apply — verify whether DLA requires the offeror to be the actual manufacturer or accepts suppliers/distributors under SBA non-manufacturer waiver provisions. See the solicitation for explicit source requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Manufacturing and quality documentation: Industrial valves for defense applications typically require strict adherence to military or commercial specifications. Prepare your quality management documentation — ISO 9001 certification, material certifications, inspection reports, and traceability records — in advance. DLA often requires first article approval or source inspection for critical components.
** pricing strategy:** Research DLA's historical pricing for comparable valves using tools like the DLA Aviation or Maritime pricing databases. Small business set-aside competitions can still be price-competitive; understand your floor before bidding.
Technical compliance: Lamellar valve specifications may reference dimensional standards, pressure ratings, material grades (stainless steel, bronze, or specialty alloys common in maritime environments), and applicable military standards. Map each specification requirement to your product's certifications. Prepare to deliver a detailed compliance matrix.
Past performance: If you have prior DLA or DoD contracts, highlight on-time delivery and quality acceptance rates. First-time DLA vendors should emphasize comparable commercial or other government contract performance.
Small business advantages: Review whether you qualify for additional programs (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) that might provide subcontracting or future set-aside opportunities, even though this specific solicitation is open to all small businesses.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MC27T0815 — the combined synopsis/solicitation format means the full requirements, quantities, delivery schedule, and clauses are posted alongside this notice
- Verify your SAM registration is active and includes the correct NAICS code
- Note the deadline: October 29, 2026 — combined synopsis/solicitation notices typically have shorter response windows than formal sealed bids; confirm whether this is an electronic quote submission through DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or another mechanism
- Request clarifications early if specifications are unclear, using the contracting officer contact information in the full notice
View the official notice on SAM.gov →