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48--VALVE,SAFETY RELIEF

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime is seeking to procure valves, safety relief for military maritime applications. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of upcoming requirements and the formal solicitation document under simplified acquisition procedures.

Safety relief valves are critical pressure-protection devices used in fluid systems. In Defense Department and maritime contexts, these valves typically protect pressurized systems—such as steam lines, fuel systems, hydraulic circuits, or compressed air systems—from overpressure conditions by automatically releasing excess pressure. DLA Maritime Columbus supports naval vessels and weapons systems through supply chain management of maritime-specific parts and equipment.

Work under NAICS code 336310 falls within the Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing classification. While this NAICS may seem broad, federal procurement classifications sometimes group related mechanical components including valves and engine parts under this category for statistical purposes. The classification code 48 corresponds to the Federal Supply Class for valves in the DLA supply system.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses, women-owned small businesses (WOSB), service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB), HUBZone firms, and 8(a) companies may all submit offers. However, as DLA typically requires items meeting military or maritime specifications, bidders should confirm they can produce valves to the specific technical standards referenced in the solicitation.

Small businesses competing in full-and-open DLA procurements face direct competition from large manufacturers. Success often depends on: holding existing DLA contracts or Special Material Identification Guides (SMIG) approvals, demonstrating past performance with military-grade valves, and offering competitive pricing on typically low-volume, high-specification orders. Bidders should verify their size standard for NAICS 336310 (generally 1,000 employees for manufacturing) to understand their small-business status for reporting purposes, even though no preference applies here.

How to put together a competitive bid

Verify technical qualifications first. Military and maritime valves usually require conformance to specific defense or commercial specifications—potentially including MIL-SPEC standards, pressure ratings, material certifications, or National Stock Number (NSN) cross-references. Review the solicitation's drawings and specification sheets carefully; DLA Maritime orders often reference specific NSNs or part numbers.

Confirm supply chain readiness. Safety relief valves for defense use may require specialty materials (corrosion-resistant alloys, specific seat materials) or testing protocols. Validate that your suppliers and testing capabilities can meet any required delivery timelines, which DLA typically measures from order acknowledgment.

Price strategically. DLA combined synopsis/solicitation awards are frequently made on low-price, technically acceptable (LPTA) basis. Research historical pricing for comparable NSNs on DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) or through subscription tools. Factor in DLA's quality assurance requirements—source inspections, first article testing, or certificates of conformance may add cost.

Ensure SAM registration. Active registration in SAM.gov is mandatory. Verify your CAGE code, banking information, and representations and certifications are current before the deadline.

Leverage small-business resources. Even without a set-aside, DLA's Office of Small Business Programs and APEX Accelerators (formerly PTACs) can provide registration assistance, specification interpretation, and market research support at no cost.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE7MC27T0322. The solicitation will contain detailed specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and any attachments including drawings or technical data packages. Note the response deadline of October 19, 2026—late submissions are typically not accepted in DLA simplified acquisitions. Submissions are generally made through DIBBS or as instructed in the solicitation document.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →