The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Land and Maritime), is seeking proposals for the procurement of 15 units of a linear, direct valve, identified by NSN 4820-014809153. This acquisition is crucial for maintaining operational capabilities, as the valve is a non-powered component essential in various fluid power applications. The contract is set to be awarded following a presolicitation notice, with proposals due by the issue date of September 25, 2024, and interested parties are encouraged to contact Marshall Lynn or Jamie Wiebusch for further details. The procurement process will consider price, delivery, past performance, and other evaluation factors, with the potential for reverse auctioning to determine final pricing.