VALVE, SAFETY RELIEF

The contract is for the procurement of 125 units of a safety relief valve, NSN 4820-01-449-5951, specifically designed for critical application on the F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. The valve must be constructed from corrosion-resistant steel, feature disk-type control, and operate automatically, with all technical requirements aligned with the Technical Data Package and associated drawings dated 2012. Quality and technical specifications are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with mandatory compliance to SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 tailored to AS9003 for the manufacturer’s inspection system. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin, and packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951, with DLA’s own master list taking precedence; labeling and palletization must follow MIL-STD-129 and RP001: DLA Packaging Requirements. The item is subject to strict export control under ITAR or EAR, requiring prior authorization from the Department of State or Department of Commerce, and DFARS 252.225-7048 mandates that only DLA contractors with JCP certification, completed training, and approved access may handle the technical data. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 332911, with submission required via DIBBS by August 21, 2026, and delivery due in 136 days from award, to be shipped FOB origin to San Diego, CA. Cybersecurity requirements are stringent, mandating CMMC Level 2 certification for the contractor due to the critical nature of the component on a defense aircraft; coverage of safeguarding measures is enforced through DFARS 252.204-7012 and DFARS 252.240-7997, incorporating NIST SP 800-171 standards under deviation 2026-O0025. Additional clauses prohibit hexavalent chromium, toxic materials, covered defense telecommunications equipment, and mandatory arbitration agreements, while requiring adherence to wage and whistleblower protections. Electronic invoicing through WAWF is mandatory, and all contractors must comply with FAR and DFARS clauses for payment, data handling, subcontracting, and small business representation, including the HUBZone price preference. The contract type is fixed price, with no unit pricing specified, and payment details