48--VALVE,CHECK

The US Navy is seeking a sole source supplier for a check valve, specifically NSN 1H-4820-014506207-X3, with a quantity of 13 units. The valve requires engineering source approval to maintain its quality, and existing unique design capabilities and manufacturing knowledge are required. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. The Government is not using the policies contained in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services. • The required valve is a check valve with a specific NSN. • The quantity required is 13 units. • The valve requires engineering source approval to maintain its quality. • The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. • The Government is not using the policies contained in FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, in its solicitation for the described supplies or services.