VALVE, VENT

This contract is a solicitation issued by the Defense Logistics Agency for the procurement of one vent valve, identified by NSN 4820-01-444-2431 and part number 16240D3 from The Protectoseal Company. The delivery is required within 20 days, with a final required delivery date of August 14, 2026. The item is to be delivered FOB destination to the USS Bataan LHD 5. The agreement mandates strict adherence to DLA packaging requirements and MIL-STD-129 marking standards. It includes a specific prohibition against the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds, except where functionally required and specified by NAVSEA. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, and the shipment must be handled via the fastest traceable means, explicitly prohibiting the use of parcel post.