48--VALVE ASSEMBLY,MANI

The contract involves the acquisition of two units of a valve assembly, identified by NSN 4Y-4820-014321296-L1 with Technical Data Package version 015. Delivery is designated for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. This Level 1 item must be sourced exclusively from approved suppliers whose inspection systems meet the MIL-I-45208A standard or an equivalent, as validated by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team. The procurement is structured as a sole-source action under FAR 6.302-1, allowing the government to negotiate with a single source, but it remains open for other responsible parties to express interest or submit proposals within a 45-day window. The government retains discretion over whether to pursue competitive bidding following its evaluation of any responses. The acquisition excludes commercial item acquisition policies under FAR Part 12 but does permit identification of commercial item capabilities within a 15-day period. The contract is subject to trade compliance clauses including the Buy American Act, Free Trade Agreements, and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement clauses, ensuring adherence to relevant trade regulations. The solicitation number is N0010426RZA80 and is managed by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, with the point of contact being Michael Thoman. Responses to the presolicitation are due by March 13, 2026, and this action supports Department of Defense operational needs with stringent quality assurance requirements.