48--VALVE,GATE
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 a gate valve under this combined synopsis/solicitation. Gate valves are quarter-turn valves used to start or stop fluid flow in piping systems, commonly employed in marine, industrial, and utility applications where full flow or complete shutoff is required. In Defense Logistics Agency maritime operations, these components typically support shipboard systems, port facilities, or related infrastructure. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, performance specifications, and delivery quantities.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – Columbus |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M127T1245 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources with no set-aside restriction. Under NAICS 336413—Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing—eligibility depends on your firm's primary business classification, though DLA frequently sources industrial valves through this code due to supply chain categorization practices. Any small or large business meeting the standard size threshold for this NAICS (see the solicitation) may compete.
If you are a small business, note that this is not a small business set-aside. You will compete directly against large manufacturers and distributors. However, if you qualify as a small disadvantaged business, women-owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, or HUBZone firm, you may still receive evaluation credit through the Department of Defense's small business participation programs or subcontracting plan requirements—check the solicitation for any such provisions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical compliance: Gate valves for DLA maritime use must meet stringent military or commercial standards. Obtain the full solicitation to identify applicable specifications (potentially MIL-SPEC, ASTM, or ANSI standards), pressure class ratings, material requirements (carbon steel, stainless steel, bronze, etc.), end connections, and operating conditions.
Source approval and qualification: DLA often requires products from approved manufacturers or sources meeting Quality Assurance Program requirements. Confirm whether your proposed valve manufacturer is already on the Qualified Products List (QPL) or if you must submit qualification test data with your offer.
Pricing strategy: As an open competition, expect aggressive pricing from established valve distributors and OEMs. Research historical pricing for similar National Stock Numbers (NSNs) through DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or SAM.gov contract data. Consider your supply chain costs, including material surcharges for specialty alloys.
Past performance and delivery: DLA evaluates reliability. Highlight on-time delivery history with DLA or comparable federal customers. If you are new to DLA, emphasize your manufacturing partner's track record or your firm's commercial maritime experience.
Regulatory compliance: Ensure your firm is registered in SAM.gov, has a valid CAGE code, and can meet any Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements regarding specialty metals, counterfeit prevention, or cyber security.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation document on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M127T1245 or by searching the notice title "48--VALVE,GATE." Review the complete specifications, inspection requirements, and delivery schedule before preparing your offer. The response deadline is November 2, 2026—verify whether this reflects a hard deadline or if the solicitation incorporates DLA's standard automated quote acceptance practices.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →