VALVE, BUTTERFLY
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA AVIATION.DLA AVIATION OKLAHOMA CITY.DLA AVIATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Response deadline: Tue, 24 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City is soliciting offers for butterfly valves. Butterfly valves are quarter-turn rotational motion valves used to stop, regulate, or start flow in piping systems. They are commonly employed in applications requiring compact design, quick operation, and relatively low pressure drop. In defense aviation contexts, these valves typically appear in fuel systems, hydraulic systems, environmental control systems, or ground support equipment where space and weight constraints matter.
This is a stock replenishment procurement through the Defense Logistics Agency's supply chain, meaning the government is acquiring spares or replacement components rather than systems development. Contractors should expect requirements focused on conformance to military or aerospace specifications, traceability, and quality documentation rather than custom engineering.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation – Oklahoma City |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPRTA1-27-R-0034 |
| NAICS | 336413 – Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026, 11:59 PM Central Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Both large and small businesses may submit offers.
To compete effectively, a firm should either:
- Manufacture butterfly valves under NAICS 336413, or
- Hold or be able to obtain the specific military/aerospace specifications and quality certifications required
DLA Aviation suppliers typically need to meet Quality Assurance requirements including compliance with MIL-STD or AS9100 standards, and must be prepared for source inspection or first-article testing depending on the item. Registration in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) is mandatory, and suppliers must maintain an active CAGE Code.
Given the full-and-open nature, small businesses should realistically assess their ability to compete on price, delivery, and technical compliance against established DLA suppliers with existing long-term contracts or Blanket Purchase Agreements.
How to put together a competitive bid
1. Obtain the complete technical requirements The metadata does not include the specific valve size, material, pressure rating, temperature range, or applicable specification number (such as a military part number or commercial item description). See the solicitation for these details. DLA Aviation procurements reference Federal Stock/NSN numbers or drawing/specification packages that define exact acceptance criteria.
2. Verify your quality system readiness Ensure your quality management system can support:
- Material certifications and chemical/physical test reports
- Dimensional inspection records
- Pressure testing documentation
- Traceability records (heat lot, batch, or serial number as applicable)
3. Price strategically for DLA's evaluation method DLA Aviation typically awards on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis for standard hardware items. Review the solicitation for exact evaluation factors. Your price should account for:
- Small order quantities or minimum order requirements
- Packaging and marking per MIL-STD-129 or specified standards
- Potential indefinite-delivery contract structure with scheduled orders
4. Confirm delivery feasibility Check required delivery schedule against your supply chain. DLA may specify immediate delivery or phased deliveries to their Oklahoma City distribution facility or direct to military maintenance depots.
5. Review clauses carefully DLA solicitations include Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses. Pay particular attention to:
- DFARS 252.225-7000-7001 (Buy American/Trade Agreements Act applicability)
- DFARS 252.246-7003 (Quality assurance)
- Any counterfeit parts prevention requirements
Next steps
- Download the complete solicitation from SAM.gov using solicitation number SPRTA1-27-R-0034
- Review all technical specifications, drawings, and delivery requirements—do not rely on this summary for bid preparation
- Note the firm deadline: November 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time late submissions will not be considered
- Register or verify SAM.gov and CAGE Code status well in advance of proposal preparation
- Contact the contracting officer listed in the solicitation with any questions; use the official Q&A process to document clarifications
View the official notice on SAM.gov →