48--VALVE,CHECK

Opportunity Summary: 48--VALVE, CHECK

Issuing Organization:
Department of Defense
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA Maritime Columbus
DLA Land and Maritime
Contact: Questions regarding this solicitation should be directed via email to the buyer noted in the solicitation document.

Opportunity Description:
This solicitation is for the procurement of check valves. The check valves are critical components to be utilized in various defense applications, and must meet specific technical standards and performance requirements.

Important Dates:

• Posted Date: January 25, 2026
• Due Date for Proposals: February 5, 2026

Contract Type:
Details regarding the specific contract type and estimated value are not provided in the solicitation metadata.

Mandatory Requirements:

1. Certifications/Registrations:

   • Eligible companies must have the appropriate registrations required to contract with the Department of Defense.
   • Registrations may include but are not limited to SAM (System for Award Management).

2. Qualifications:

   • Companies must demonstrate previous experience in manufacturing check valves, including adherence to technical specifications.

3. Technical Capabilities:

   • Key capabilities needed include the ability to meet specified material and design standards relevant to check valve applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Competitive Advantage:
   • Prior experience supplying check valves or similar components to government entities or defense contractors could provide a competitive edge in the evaluation process.
   • Proven track record of meeting delivery schedules and compliance with quality assurance standards.

Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, delivery schedules, and adherence to the specified requirements for check valves. Specific evaluation metrics may include:

• Quality of proposed check valves.
• Ability to meet production timelines.
• Cost-effectiveness of proposal.

Deliverables and Performance Standards:
Deliverables will include the supply of check valves that meet the specified performance and quality metrics as outlined in the solicitation. Performance standards will adhere to government-mandated specifications.

Geographic Restrictions:
There are no explicit geographic restrictions noted; however, compliance with the Defense Logistics Agency's delivery requirements is essential.

How Proposals Will Be Evaluated:
Evaluation will be based on the completeness and compliance of proposals against the stated requirements, including technical specifications, quality assurance strategies, and delivery timelines.

This summary aims to outline the opportunity for potential suppliers in a structured manner, highlighting essential criteria that can aid companies in assessing their fit for this solicitation.