Pressure reducing valves

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is soliciting quotes for pressure reducing valves (Request for Quote N00244-26-Q-S033) to support repair operations for the USS ESSEX. The valves must reduce seawater pressure from 175 psi to 50 psi and feature bronze body construction, Silbraz union end connections, K-Monel trim, and U/E O-Ring with retaining ring. Contractors must submit manufacturer and model numbers along with technical specification sheets demonstrating compliance with minimum specifications, or provide complete and compatible "or equal" alternatives. The Government will evaluate quotations using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach based on two factors: Technical Approach and Price. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by 10:00 AM PST on March 3, 2026, with quotations due by 10:00 AM PST on March 6, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Jose G. Juarez at jose.g.juarez8.civ@us.navy.mil.

This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard, meaning only qualified small businesses are eligible to bid. No incumbent contractor or award value is specified in the solicitation documents. The procurement requires three line items totaling 11 reducing valves: 2 units of 1" valves, 3 units of 1-1/2" valves, and 6 units of 2" valves, with delivery required within 30 days of contract award on a firm-fixed-price basis. All materials must be delivered FOB Destination by traceable means to Naval Base San Diego in San Diego, California, and contractor personnel performing pick-up and delivery services must maintain current Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) registration and certification. Quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide their CAGE code and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), along with various representations and certifications addressing small business status, Buy American compliance, and other regulatory requirements.