PISTON, VALVE

This contract solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, invites offers for the supply of pistons, valve part number 4810-01-468-1504, with a total quantity of 24 units to be delivered within 162 days to Cherry Point, North Carolina. Bidders are encouraged to quote quantity ranges due to potential volatility and changes in demand, enabling flexibility in award quantities without additional solicitation cycles. Fast Pay provisions do not apply, and offers including additive manufacturing-produced parts will not be evaluated unless specifically authorized. Furthermore, the contract requires compliance with certain telecommunications equipment restrictions under federal regulations, and adherence to domestic sourcing laws such as the Berry Amendment and the Buy American Act, with emphasis on disclosure when non-domestic materials are involved. Offerors must also stay informed about upcoming changes to the Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) access, which will soon require registration through DLA’s Account Management & Provisioning System (AMPS) to facilitate shipment processes. Small business joint ventures must submit specific representations in alignment with FAR provisions and DoD class deviations. The solicitation underscores the importance of transparency regarding material certifications and dealer/distributor qualifications, while providing resources such as the APEX Accelerators program to support businesses in government contracting. Communication and updates are managed through the DIBBS portal and direct contacts, with the primary point of contact being Mollie Reddy.