Stem, fluid valve

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the procurement of fluid valve stems (NSN 1HM 4820-01-545-4040) manufactured in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawing 7286645. The contract requires the supply of 10 fluid valve stems constructed from QQ-N-286 Alloy UNS N05500 with a shelf life designation of 0-00. This solicitation is rated DO-A3 and will be awarded on a fixed-price basis to a technically acceptable offeror, with evaluation prioritizing past performance over price. Key contract requirements include providing detailed chemical and mechanical test certifications and adhering to strict quality assurance procedures, as these valve stems are designated as Special Emphasis material (Level I) critical for shipboard systems. The due date for quotations was January 20, 2026, with the solicitation having been posted on November 21, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small business entities. Delivery is required within 365 days after contract award, with no incumbent contractor information provided in the available documentation. The specific award value or budget range is not disclosed in the solicitation materials. The procurement calls for a total quantity of 20 units of the fluid valve stem (with the RFQ documents referencing 10 units), emphasizing the critical nature of these components for naval vessel systems. While the place of performance is not explicitly detailed in the available solicitation materials, the fluid valve stems will ultimately be supplied to the Naval Supply Systems Command for integration into shipboard applications.