VALVE, BUTTERFLY

The contract solicitation, identified as RFP# SPRTA1-26-R-0299, is for the procurement of butterfly valves, specifically part number 736262B, with the National Stock Number 4810-01-535-5591. These valves, weighing 9 pounds and constructed from aluminum and steel alloy, are designed to control airflow from aircraft APU or ground service cart check valves to the aircraft environmental system and are intended for use on the B-1 aircraft. The total quantity requested is 15 units, with shipments directed to location code SW3211, and delivery required on or before May 9, 2027. The solicitation is scheduled for issue on June 9, 2026, with responses due the same day. The acquisition is for spares and is not a set-aside procurement; surplus is not authorized. The procurement follows restricted source procedures under FAR 6.302, indicating that only one or a limited number of responsible sources, specifically Meggitt North Hollywood, Inc., are qualified to fulfill the requirement. There are no qualification requirements or export control restrictions for bidders, though unique item identification (UID) requirements will apply. The government does not own the necessary manufacturing data rights, so interested firms are encouraged to coordinate with the original equipment manufacturer. The contract award considers both price and past performance. Communication will be managed electronically with documents available via www.sam.gov, and direct inquiries are to be made to the buyer, Kristian Hollingshead. An ombudsman is appointed to address contractor concerns confidentially during the proposal phase. Award is anticipated approximately 90 days after solicitation issuance, contingent on funding availability.