42--BALL,VALVE,PORTED

This contract is a procurement opportunity for 29 units of a ported ball valve, identified by NSN 4210010386001. The valves are to be delivered to the DLA Distribution center at location W1A8 within 140 days after order receipt. The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) process, with electronic submission of quotes required by the deadline of May 11, 2026. Only service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSBC) set-aside firms are eligible to compete, ensuring participation is limited to this business category in accordance with NAICS code 332911. Approved manufacturer sources for the ball valve include 00912 273, 20266 BG104N, and 96046 PE-1600, though detailed specifications, plans, or drawings are not provided. The contracting agency overseeing this procurement is the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support based in Philadelphia, PA. Interested vendors may access the solicitation digitally on the provided DIBBS website link and must direct any questions via email to the buyer contact indicated in the solicitation document. Hard copies of the solicitation are not available, emphasizing the electronic-only nature of this procurement process. The contract type is combined, accommodating various procurement methods within the set-aside framework to support service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.