53--NUT
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, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, has issued a Presolicitation for NUTs (NSN 1H-5310-016578387-L1). This is a sole-source intent under FAR 6.302-1, with the Government planning to negotiate with only one source. However, all responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability. Responses are due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 1,872 each of NUTs (NSN 1H-5310-016578387-L1), with delivery to N50286, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard L1SS, Kittery, ME 03904. Key details include:
- Technical Data Package (TDP) Version 003.
- The Government does not own the data or rights to the data, and it has been deemed uneconomical to acquire or reverse engineer it.
- This is a Level 1 item to be acquired from approved sources only.
- Offerors' inspection systems must conform to MIL-I-45208A or equivalent, as certified by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent (Sole Source under FAR 6.302-1)
- Product Service Code: 5310 (Nuts And Washers)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026 (45 days from publication)
- Published: February 12, 2026
Evaluation
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 45 days of publication will be considered by the Government. Information received will primarily determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
- Information regarding the MIL-I-45208A requirement can be obtained from NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Code N97122, P.O. Box 2020, Mechanicsburg PA 17055-0788.
- The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify commercial item capabilities within 15 days of this notice.
- This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements and World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement if specific DFARS clauses (252.225-7036 or 252.225-7021) are included in the solicitation.
- Primary Contact: AMANDA A. GOWDY, N742.4, AMANDA.A.GOWDY.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, (771)229-0446.