VALVE, GLOBE

This contract specifies the procurement of a needle-style globe valve with a 1/4 inch pipe size, featuring a nickel aluminum bronze body rated for a maximum working pressure of 6000 PSI and a maximum temperature of 225 degrees Fahrenheit. The valve is furnished without a union, nut, or tailpiece and complies with Class 3 threads. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with revisions in effect as of the solicitation or award date depending on acquisition size. The item is classified as a critical application and must meet strict traceability standards for aircraft launch and recovery equipment. Mercury and mercury-containing compounds are prohibited unless explicitly exempted for functional components such as batteries, sensors, or instruments, and any permitted mercury-containing devices must include shockproof construction and a secondary containment boundary per NAVAIR specifications. The valve, manufactured by Admiral Valve LLC with part number 480-1 and CAGE code 99565, must be marked with the contract number, NAWC CAGE, and part number unless otherwise directed by technical drawings, which take precedence in case of conflict. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, with no special marking required. Palletization follows DLA packaging standards, and the unit of issue is each (EA). Eight units are contracted at $8.00 each for a total price of $64.00, with delivery required in 106 days FOB origin to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, with no quantity variance permitted. The item must be delivered no later than March 4, 2027, with an original ship date of November 4, 2026, under solicitation SPE7M2-26-T-5549. Production may require specialized tooling for casting or forging, and suppliers are encouraged to seek assistance through DLA’s forging and casting resources if needed.