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48--VALVE,GATE

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime division is procuring a gate valve through its DLA Maritime Columbus / DLA Weapons Support office. Gate valves are industrial flow-control devices used to start or stop fluid flow in piping systems, commonly found in maritime and naval applications including ship systems, fuel handling, and water distribution. DLA Maritime typically sources parts to support U.S. Navy ship maintenance, repair, and operations.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the requirement and the formal solicitation document. See the solicitation for complete technical specifications, delivery requirements, and inspection criteria.

Key facts

Who can bid

This contract is totally set aside for small business. Only small business concerns registered in SAM.gov may submit offers. NAICS 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) carries a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,000 employees; your business must have no more than 1,000 employees, including affiliates, to qualify.

To bid, you must be registered in SAM.gov with active status, have the correct NAICS code in your profile, and possess any required DLA supply chain qualifications. If you manufacture valves, verify your product meets the military or federal specification referenced in the solicitation. If you are a distributor, confirm whether manufacturer authorization is required.

How to put together a competitive bid

Technical compliance: DLA valve purchases typically reference military specifications (such as MIL-V or MIL-PRF standards), commercial item descriptions, or manufacturer part numbers. Obtain the exact specification from the solicitation and confirm your product matches all material, pressure rating, dimensional, and testing requirements. Gate valves for maritime use may require specific body materials, seat designs, or end connections suited for saltwater or fuel service.

Quality assurance: Be prepared to provide material certifications, test reports, or Certificate of Conformance documentation. DLA often requires source inspection or acceptance at destination. Review the solicitation's Quality Assurance Provisions and Contract Clauses sections.

Packaging and marking: DLA has strict Military Packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Non-compliant packaging is a frequent cause of rejection. Specify in your offer whether you will perform military packaging or require the government to do so (which may affect price).

Past performance and delivery history: If you have prior DLA or Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) deliveries, highlight your record. DLA evaluates past performance through CPARS. If you are new to DLA, consider subcontracting with an experienced supplier or pursuing a sources sought to become qualified.

Pricing strategy: Examine DLA's historical pricing for similar valves through FPDS or GSA Advantage if applicable. Factor in Special Tooling, engineering changes, and long-lead materials. Note whether this is a one-time purchase or includes options.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MC27T1352. The combined synopsis/solicitation contains complete terms, conditions, technical specifications, and delivery requirements not included in this summary.

Critical deadline: Responses are due November 12, 2026. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration updates, technical review, and submission through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) if required for this procurement. Verify whether the solicitation requires electronic submission through DIBBS or another designated system.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →