53--BOLT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy / NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH is soliciting for the manufacture of a BOLT (P/N: 20307 FIND 9). This component is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for a crucial shipboard system, requiring stringent quality control and certification. Proposals are due May 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture of a specific BOLT in accordance with Emerson drawing 20307 Find No. 9, P/N 06726027156, with specific amplifications and modifications detailed in the solicitation. The material must be mercury-free and adhere to strict configuration control, including procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). Given its critical application, the material is designated as Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: 5306 (Bolts)
- Proposal Due: May 5, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (extended by amendment)
- Published: April 30, 2026
Key Requirements
Contractors must implement and maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3/ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at the source by a DCMA QAR is required. Traceability for Deep Submergence Systems Program (DSSP) material must be maintained per MIL-STD-792, with permanent markings and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE). Final inspection involves material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 or Statistical Process Control (SPC). A Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material is mandatory, with specific content requirements. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Submission & Contact
Certification data CDRLs must be submitted 20 days prior to delivery, with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review/acceptance within 6 working days. Final material delivery is 186 days. Certification documentation must be submitted via WAWF to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. For inquiries, contact Rachel E. Snyder at RACHEL.E.SNYDER@NAVY.MIL or 717-605-7296.