How to bid on industrial valves for the U.S. Coast Guard

What the Coast Guard is buying

The U.S. Coast Guard’s Surface Forces Logistics Center is seeking quotes for 41 industrial valves across 10 line items. The mix includes gate, check, ball, relief, and pressure-reducing valves.

Deliveries are to the Surface Forces Logistics Center in Baltimore, Maryland. This is a firm fixed-price purchase order, and the Coast Guard says it will consider whether a quote covers the complete requirement, meets the delivery schedule, and offers a competitive price.

Key dates and the quote deadline

The opportunity was published October 30, 2026. Quotes are due November 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET. The notice says timely quotes from responsible sources will be considered.

Items 1 and 2 are due December 2, 2026. Items 3 through 10 are due May 17, 2027. Check that your proposed delivery dates meet the applicable deadline for every line item you quote.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit industrial valve manufacturers, authorized distributors, and other suppliers able to provide the listed valve types and specifications. Vendors should be prepared to quote the quantities and delivery schedule for the line items they can supply.

All responsible sources may submit a quote. Vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration or provide proof that they have applied for registration.

How to access the opportunity

Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” option to open the bid. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the opportunity.

A free account may be needed to view documents, though many bids do not require one. The notice says some drawings may be export-controlled.

Prepare a clear, complete quote

Review each line item against the listed size, materials, connection type, pressure rating, trim, and other stated features. Identify the exact manufacturer and part number you are offering, and clearly explain how it meets the listed requirements. The notice names some acceptable products or substitutes for particular items, so check those details carefully.

State your unit price and line total for each item you quote, and confirm the required delivery date. Include the vendor information requested in the notice: entity name, Unique Entity ID, address, point of contact, phone number, and email address.

Before submitting, check that your quote covers the items you intend to offer, that prices and quantities are consistent, and that your SAM.gov registration is active or you have proof of application. The notice states that payments are NET 30.