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 / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of Screw, Socket Head (NSN 5305), specifically Type IV, for use on Navy submarines. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with a response deadline of March 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the new manufacture of spare parts, specifically Screw, Socket Head, Type IV, meeting material, physical, and mechanical requirements per Drawing 4491147, Item Number 23. Key requirements include:
- Qualified Products List: Self-Locking Element (Nylok, Type N) must be from an applicable QPL per MIL-DTL-18240.
- Marking: Permanent marking with material symbol "NICU or NC", manufacturer's symbol, and lot number per MIL-STD-130.
- Mercury Free: Strict adherence to mercury-free requirements for all materials, with specific testing and approval processes for any exceptions.
- Quality Assurance: Supplier's Quality Inspection System must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 10012. A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan is required for Government approval prior to production.
- Configuration Control: MIL-STD-973 applies for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation, utilizing competitive procedures.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.
- Published: March 11, 2026.
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) per CLIN; tiered pricing will not be accepted.
- Option: The Government intends to add an option quantity for increased supplies.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on lead time, price, past performance, and capacity. Quotes must include unit price, extended price, lead time, and quote expiration date.
Additional Notes
- Source Approval: A Source Approval Statement applies. This is a limited competition. Firms not already approved to manufacture this material must submit a Source Approval Request (SAR), but the procurement will not be delayed awaiting SAR approval.
- Accelerated Delivery: Encouraged and accepted before the listed delivery date(s).
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply, with Invoice and Receiving Report (Combo) Type.
- Contact: Quotes and inquiries should be emailed to Helen.i.carmelo.civ@us.navy.mil.