48--VALVE,SAFETY RELIEF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime supply chain is seeking to procure safety relief valves. These are pressure-relief devices used to protect pressurized systems—including pipes, tanks, and process equipment—from over-pressurization failures. In maritime and defense contexts, safety relief valves are critical components aboard naval vessels and in shore-side support facilities, where they safeguard steam systems, fuel lines, hydraulic circuits, and other pressurized infrastructure.
This requirement falls under Federal Supply Classification 48, which covers valves. The specific item name is "Valve, Safety Relief." See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, performance requirements, delivery quantities, and any applicable military standards or specifications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime – Weapons Support |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7MC27Q0005 |
| NAICS | 332911 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the total small business set-aside program. To compete, your business must:
- Meet the NAICS 332911 size standard. This code covers "Industrial Valve Manufacturing," with a Small Business Administration size standard based on average annual receipts (see current SBA size standards table for the exact threshold).
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through the contract award period.
- Have the business properly classified under NAICS 332911 in your SAM profile.
- Be capable of manufacturing or supplying industrial valves meeting DLA's technical and quality requirements.
If you qualify as a small business in this NAICS code, no large business competitors will be eligible. This set-aside eliminates a major source of competition but does not reduce technical or contractual requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For defense valve procurements under DLA Maritime, consider these factors:
Technical compliance is non-negotiable. DLA typically cites military specifications (MIL-SPECs), defense drawings, or commercial item descriptions. Obtain and review all referenced specifications before quoting. Safety relief valves often require specific pressure ratings, materials, and testing certifications.
Understand DLA's quality requirements. DLA expects suppliers to maintain acceptable quality levels and may require source inspection, material certifications, or traceability documentation. If your firm lacks experience with defense quality systems, factor in learning curve costs.
Pricing strategy. DLA solicitations often use automated evaluation or lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria for standard items. Review the solicitation's stated evaluation method. For commodity valves, aggressive pricing may be decisive; for specialized requirements, technical capability may carry more weight.
Past performance and experience. Even for small purchases, DLA may evaluate relevant experience with valve manufacturing or defense supply. Document any prior DLA, Navy, or maritime contracts.
Delivery schedule. Confirm required delivery dates and assess your production capacity. Late deliveries can trigger serious contractual remedies in defense procurement.
Packaging and marking. Defense shipments require strict military packaging standards. Failure to comply causes rejection at receipt.
See the solicitation for specific evaluation factors, inspection requirements, and any invitation for multi-year or indefinite-delivery arrangements.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MC27Q0005.
- Review all attachments, including specifications, drawings, and delivery requirements.
- Confirm your SAM registration is active and your NAICS 332911 small business representation is current.
- Submit your offer before the deadline: October 30, 2026.
Given the short turnaround from posting (October 19, 2026) to deadline (October 30, 2026), expedited action is advisable if you intend to bid.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →