VALVE,REGULATING,FL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Wed, 14 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy is seeking a contractor to supply a valve, regulating, FL—fluid regulation equipment used in fluid control systems aboard naval vessels or in shore-based support facilities. This falls under NAICS 332911 (Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing), a sector that produces industrial valves for precision flow control in high-reliability environments.
Regulating valves for military applications typically must meet strict specifications for material composition, pressure ratings, corrosion resistance, and conformance to military or defense quality standards. Naval valve procurements often require traceability documentation, material certifications, and testing to ensure performance in marine environments. The specific technical requirements—dimensions, pressure class, end connections, actuation method, and applicable military specifications—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QLB01 |
| NAICS | 332911 (Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 14, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation has no set-aside restriction, meaning it is open to all responsible sources—small and large businesses alike. Any manufacturer or distributor of industrial valves that can meet the Navy's technical and contractual requirements may submit an offer.
To be competitive, bidders should have:
- Experience supplying valves to military, marine, or comparable high-specification industrial markets
- Capability to produce or source products meeting defense quality standards (such as MIL-STD or NAVSEA requirements)
- Appropriate manufacturing certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent quality systems often expected)
- Ability to provide full material traceability, test reports, and conformance documentation
Small businesses in NAICS 332911 compete with larger established defense suppliers. While no small business preference applies, qualified small manufacturers can win on technical merit and competitive pricing.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the open competition and specialized nature of naval valve procurement:
Verify technical compliance first. Request or download the full technical specifications from SAM.gov. Naval valve solicitations typically reference specific military or commercial item descriptions with exact performance criteria. Deviations from specified standards often result in automatic rejection.
Confirm your supply chain. Identify whether you will manufacture the valve in-house or subcontract production. The Navy typically requires disclosure of manufacturer identity and facility location, with restrictions on certain foreign sources due to the Buy American Act and specialty metals restrictions.
Price strategically. With no set-aside, expect competition from large, established defense contractors with existing Navy relationships. Small businesses should leverage lower overhead while ensuring all technical requirements are fully met—non-compliant low bids are not awarded.
Prepare comprehensive quality documentation. Past performance evidence with military or marine valve contracts strengthens your proposal. Include applicable certifications, test facility accreditations, and sample inspection reports if permitted.
Review contract terms carefully. NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support solicitations often include Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses, warranty requirements, and packaging instructions specific to military supply chains.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QLB01
- Download all attachments, including technical specifications, drawings, and required clauses—these contain critical compliance requirements not available in the metadata
- Note the firm deadline: October 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time; late submissions are not accepted
- Register in SAM.gov if not already active, with current representations and certifications
- Submit questions through the designated solicitation Q&A process if any requirements are unclear; allow time for government response before the deadline
See the solicitation for complete technical specifications, evaluation criteria, delivery requirements, and submission instructions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →