48--VALVE,FLOW CONTROL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA LAND.DLA LAND COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Weapons Support is procuring a valve, flow control item under Federal Supply Classification 48. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the requirement and the invitation for offers. Flow control valves are components used to regulate fluid flow in various systems, commonly in fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic, or process piping applications. In Defense Logistics Agency supply chains, such items typically support military平台 maintenance, repair, and operational readiness across multiple services. Specific technical requirements—including performance specifications, materials, sizes, pressure ratings, and testing protocols—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Weapons Support (Defense Logistics Agency, Land and Maritime, Columbus) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7L327Q0087 |
| NAICS | 332912 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 13, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses. Your firm must qualify as small under NAICS 332912 (Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing), which generally means meeting the Small Business Administration's size standard based on average annual receipts or employee thresholds applicable to this manufacturing code. You must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have any required DLA supplier qualifications. If you are a woman-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) small business, this set-aside still applies to you—all small businesses may compete.
How to put together a competitive bid
For DLA supply acquisitions, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: DLA typically requires strict adherence to military or commercial item descriptions. Verify whether the valve must meet a specific military standard (MIL-STD), National Stock Number specification, or manufacturer part number equivalence. Any deviation requires pre-approved alternate or equal justification.
Past performance and quality history: DLA evaluates supplier performance through metrics like Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) scores, delivery timeliness, and quality acceptance rates. Highlight relevant valve or flow control supply experience, especially to DLA or other defense customers.
Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar NSN items through DLA's public sales data or Electronic Data Access. Consider material costs, manufacturing lead times, and DLA's reputation for prompt payment when calculating your offer. DLA supply contracts often favor competitive pricing with reasonable delivery terms.
Packaging and marking: Defense logistics contracts require specific military packaging standards (MIL-STD-2073). Confirm whether unit packaging, preservation, and shipping labels are specified—noncompliance causes rejection.
Delivery schedule: DLA typically requires firm delivery dates or specific ranges. Assess your supply chain capacity before committing to delivery windows.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7L327Q0087. The complete document contains item specifications, quantity, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and exact submission instructions. Note the response deadline of November 13, 2026—DLA combined synopsis/solicitations typically have short response windows, so allow adequate time for proposal preparation and system submission.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →