Valve, Linear Direct

The solicitation SPRTA1-26-R-0288 seeks the manufacture of linear direct valves for the C-130 aircraft under a firm fixed price contract, with delivery scheduled for July 31, 2026 across multiple line items totaling nine units. The contract requires full compliance with F.O.B. Origin terms, meaning the contractor assumes all responsibility for packaging, preservation, and transportation from their facility, and must meet stringent U.S. military marking standards including MIL-STD-130 for unique item identification using Data Matrix barcodes and UID compliance for items valued at $5,000 or more. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin by the Government, governed by FAR 52.246-2 and 52.246-16, and all invoices must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow. The evaluation process is based on a trade-off methodology, where technical merit and cost are of approximately equal importance, allowing for selection of a higher-priced offer if it provides superior technical value. The contractor must adhere to cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020, comply with the Defense Priority and Allocation System, and affirm representations regarding entity identity, small business status, and prohibited telecommunications equipment. Attachments such as the Package Requirements Report, Transportation Data Report, UIIEC Report, and Item Description Report are essential to submission, and all proposals must be submitted electronically by July 3, 2026, through SAM.gov to the designated point of contact. The solicitation references specific accounting codes and DoDAACs for payment and tracking, and while the exact pricing for each line item is not provided, the contract structure includes options that will be evaluated as part of the total offer.