48--VALVE,SAFETY RELIEF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA MARITIME.DLA MARITIME COLUMBUS.DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking suppliers for safety relief valves under a small business set-aside. Safety relief valves are critical pressure protection devices used across defense systems to prevent over-pressurization in pipelines, vessels, and equipment. These valves automatically release substances when predetermined pressure levels are exceeded, protecting personnel and equipment in maritime, weapons, and general defense applications.
NAICS 332911 designates Industrial Valve Manufacturing, a sector encompassing the production of various valve types including pressure relief, safety, and control valves for industrial and defense use. DLA Maritime Columbus Weapons Support manages procurement for naval and related defense platforms, so these valves likely support shipboard systems, weapons maintenance facilities, or other maritime-defense infrastructure.
The "48" classification code in the federal supply schedule corresponds to valves within the broader hardware and abrasives category.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Maritime Columbus / DLA Weapons Support) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE7MC27T0845 |
| NAICS | 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small business concerns under NAICS 332911. To qualify, your business must meet SBA size standards for industrial valve manufacturing—generally 1,250 employees for this NAICS code. You must also be registered in SAM.gov with active status, possess any required DLA supplier qualifications, and demonstrate the technical capability to manufacture or supply safety relief valves meeting defense specifications.
Small businesses must self-certify their size status in SAM.gov. Consider whether your firm qualifies as a small business, and if applicable, whether additional small business socioeconomic certifications (HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB) might provide future competitive advantages, though this specific solicitation uses a general small business set-aside.
How to put together a competitive bid
For industrial valve solicitations, focus on these practical elements:
Technical compliance: Safety relief valves for defense applications typically require adherence to military specifications, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code standards, or specific DLA qualification requirements. Obtain applicable specifications referenced in the solicitation and verify your products meet exact pressure ratings, materials, and performance criteria.
Quality systems: Defense valve suppliers generally need ISO 9001 certification or equivalent quality management systems. If your firm lacks current defense contracts, prepare documentation of your quality processes, testing capabilities, and traceability procedures.
Past performance: Emphasize comparable commercial or government valve supply experience, particularly for maritime or pressure protection applications. Document on-time delivery rates and any prior DLA performance ratings.
Pricing strategy: Combined synopsis/solicitations often move quickly to award. Price competitively while accounting for testing, certification documentation, and potential inspection requirements. Understand whether the solicitation requests firm fixed pricing or allows for economic price adjustments.
Packaging and marking: DLA has strict military packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Factor compliant packaging costs into your proposal.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation SPE7MC27T0845 at SAM.gov before the October 29, 2026 deadline. The full document will contain critical details absent from this notice: exact valve specifications, quantities, delivery schedule, inspection requirements, and all clauses and provisions. Review qualification requirements carefully—DLA often mandates pre-award testing or approved source status for pressure safety devices.
Given the relatively short response window (eleven days from posting), prioritize immediately obtaining the specification package and confirming your firm's technical and administrative eligibility. Contact the contracting officer promptly with any clarification questions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →