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48--VALVE,CHECK

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DLA Maritime Columbus is procuring check valves under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 48, which covers valves and valve-related components. Check valves are mechanical devices that allow fluid to flow in one direction only, preventing backflow in piping systems. These are standard commercial items used extensively in maritime and weapons support applications, including shipboard systems, fuel lines, and hydraulic equipment.

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, meaning the notice simultaneously announces the requirement and serves as the solicitation document—vendors can respond directly to this posting without waiting for a separate solicitation release.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. To bid, your firm must:

• Qualify as a small business under NAICS 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing). The SBA size standard for this code is typically 1,000 employees; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov/size-standards.
• Be registered and active in SAM.gov with current representations and certifications.
• Have the appropriate FSC 48 and product categories in your SAM profile to receive automatic notices.

No specific socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required beyond small business status. If you are a non-manufacturer, you may need to comply with the non-manufacturer rule, which requires supply of domestically produced items from small business manufacturers.

How to put together a competitive bid

Check valve procurements through DLA typically emphasize price competitiveness, technical compliance, and delivery performance. To strengthen your bid:

• Verify technical specifications: Review the solicitation for exact size, pressure rating, material, and applicable military or commercial standards (e.g., MIL-SPEC, ASTM, ASME). DLA Maritime often references defense logistics standards.
• Confirm domestic sourcing: DLA acquisitions frequently require compliance with the Buy American Act or Berry Amendment for maritime applications. See the solicitation for specific country-of-origin requirements and any applicable exceptions.
• Check past performance requirements: DLA may evaluate your history with similar valve contracts. Ensure your SAM profile and Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS) records are current.
• Assess packaging and marking: Defense supply chain requirements often include specific military packaging standards (MIL-STD-2073) and RFID or UID marking mandates.
• Evaluate delivery terms: Review required delivery schedule and shipping destinations. DLA Weapons Support and Maritime contracts may involve distribution to multiple defense depots or direct delivery to fleet locations.
• Submit through appropriate channel: Combined Synopsis/Solicitations typically require electronic submission through SAM.gov or the DLA Assured Fuel and Energy (AFE) system; confirm method in the solicitation.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MC27T1076. The synopsis provides summary information; critical details on quantities, specifications, delivery requirements, and clause modifications appear only in the complete solicitation document.

2. Note the deadline: Responses are due November 2, 2026 — approximately 11 days from the posting date. Given the short response window, act promptly to download requirements and prepare your offer.

3. Register or update SAM.gov immediately if your registration is not current; processing can take several days and is mandatory for award.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →