48--VALVE,REGULATING,FLUID
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
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Columbus is procuring a valve, regulating, fluid—a component commonly used in fluid control systems aboard naval vessels and in related defense applications. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 48, which covers valves and fittings for plumbing, heating, and sanitation equipment, though this specific item is for regulating fluid flow in operational systems.
NAICS code 332911 covers "Industrial Valve Manufacturing." Firms in this classification typically produce valves for waterworks, petrochemical, marine, and defense applications, including pressure regulators, control valves, and specialized fluid management components built to military specifications.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Maritime Columbus (Defense Logistics Agency) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7M427T1557 |
| NAICS | 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None specified |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not provided in notice metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open competition with no set-aside specified, meaning all responsible offerors may submit bids regardless of business size or socioeconomic status. Both large and small businesses may compete.
To bid effectively, a firm should:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration
- Hold or be able to obtain any required quality certifications for defense valve manufacturing (see the solicitation)
- Demonstrate experience producing valves to military or marine standards
- Understand DLA's procurement processes, including its Electronic Data Access (EDA) system for technical data
Small businesses should assess whether they can meet any minimum order quantities or technical requirements that may apply. Given DLA Maritime's focus on weapons and vessel support, past performance with Navy or similar DLA supply chains would strengthen a proposal.
How to put together a competitive bid
For industrial valve solicitations, competitiveness depends heavily on technical compliance and supply chain reliability:
Technical compliance: Obtain and review the complete specification package from SAM.gov. DLA valve procurements typically reference military specifications (MIL-SPECs) or manufacturer part numbers. Confirm your product matches exactly or that you can obtain technical data rights to produce an approved alternative.
Pricing strategy: Research DLA's historical award data for similar NSNs or part numbers in the FSC 48 family. The DLA Aviation or Maritime portals may show past procurement prices. Consider DLA's preference for stable, multi-year pricing if this is a recurring requirement.
Quality systems: Verify your quality management system meets expectations for defense supply. Many DLA valve contracts require ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification, or compliance with specific military quality standards.
Lead times and material availability: Fluid regulating valves often require specialized alloys or seals. Document your material sourcing and production capacity clearly.
Past performance: If you hold existing DLA contracts or Navy shipyard relationships, highlight on-time delivery and quality metrics.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7M427T1557 to obtain specifications, quantities, packaging requirements, and evaluation criteria.
- Confirm the response deadline: November 2, 2026. Combined synopsis/solicitation notices often move quickly to award, so review all documents promptly.
- Request any clarifications through the contracting officer if specifications or requirements are unclear.
Absent explicit set-aside designation, assume full and open competition and prepare accordingly.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →