VALVE, BALL

The contract pertains to the procurement of a brass ball valve rated for 600 PSI WOG with a 1 1/4 IPS connection, identified by NSN 4820-01-541-0361 and part number 48042009, supplied by OVC-ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS LLC. The requirement specifies that the valve must be manufactured using forged brass, potentially involving specialized tooling for casting or forging, and bidders are directed to submit a Casting and Forging Assistance Request if they require support with tooling or material sourcing. Technical and quality standards are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which take precedence over other specifications like ASTM D3951. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, and palletization must adhere to DLA’s packaging requirements, with all units individually packed in accordance with ASTM D3951 unless superseded by DLA standards. The contract calls for 52 units to be delivered FOB origin within 98 days, with no tolerance for quantity variance, and inspection and acceptance to occur at the destination. The delivery address is the DLA Distribution San Joaquin warehouse in Tracy, California, and the required shipment date is March 17, 2026, with an original delivery deadline of April 7, 2026. Transportation protocols are governed by DLA procedural notes C19 and C20. The solicitation number is SPE7MC-26-T-157V, issued under NAICS code 332911 by the Department of Defense through DLA District San Joaquin, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, and a unit price of $52.00 per unit, resulting in a total contract value of $2,704. Point of contact for inquiries is Tracy Smith, reachable via phone or email as listed.