Valve, linear, direct

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure a linear valve, classified under the Aircraft Hydraulic, Vacuum, and De-Icing System Components product service code (PSC 1650). The solicitation, posted on April 15, 2025, with responses due by April 30, 2025, is being issued under emergency acquisition flexibilities for the Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing sector (NAICS 336413). The contract includes several key compliance requirements, including Item Unique Identification and Valuation, Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirements, and Buy American-Free Trade Agreements regulations. Specific technical and compliance documentation will be critical for potential bidders, including annual representations and certifications. Notably, no technical drawings are available for this request for quotation, which may present additional challenges for vendors.

The solicitation does not indicate a specific set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract appears to be for a specialized valve component potentially used in aircraft systems. The place of performance is not directly specified, though the issuing agency (Defense Logistics Agency Aviation) suggests potential military or aerospace applications. Vendors will need to submit proposals via facsimile to the provided number (215-737-7149) and must comply with national defense, emergency preparedness, and energy program requirements. The contract also includes provisions for royalty information and equal opportunity for workers with disabilities, indicating a comprehensive approach to procurement that extends beyond mere technical specifications.