53--SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Socket Head Cap Screws (NSN 5305). This requirement is for Special Emphasis Material crucial for shipboard systems, necessitating stringent quality and traceability. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due January 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of specific Socket Head Cap Screws (Type II, Grade A574, 3/4 inch diameter, 2 1/2 inches length, 10 UNRC thread, Class 3A fit, Chamfered end, with a self-locking element per MIL-DTL-18240). These items are designated as Level I/SUBSAFE material, requiring strict adherence to specifications like MIL-DTL-1222 and comprehensive quality control to prevent critical system failures. The requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified contract under DPAS.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be bilateral)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5305 (Screws)
- Response Due: January 23, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 16, 2026
- Delivery: 500 units within 365 days for CLIN 0001AA, FOB Destination.
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Contractors must adhere to a robust quality system (ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, ISO-17025, or MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662). Critical aspects include:
- Traceability & Certification: Full material traceability from raw material to finished product, with extensive certification requirements for chemical, mechanical, and non-destructive tests (e.g., wedge tensile, hydrogen embrittlement relief, stress durability). Certifications must be positive, unqualified, and submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040).
- Configuration Control: Strict procedures for waivers/deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are mandated, requiring PCO approval.
- Inspection: Government Quality Assurance at source is required. Contractors must maintain detailed inspection records and ensure subcontractor compliance. Final inspection includes 100% verification of traceability marking and certification data.
- Material Marking: Fasteners must be marked per MIL-DTL-1222, including material symbol, manufacturer's ID, and traceability marking.
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Submission & Contact
Offerors must request access to drawings on SAM.gov and then email the Point of Contact. Certification data must be submitted via WAWF.
- Primary Contact: JORDAN.D.NEELY2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, Phone: 7176058197.