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 MECH, is soliciting competitive quotes for the manufacture and supply of Screw, Socket Head (Part Number 4491147-23). These specialized screws are intended for use on Navy submarines. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 04, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement requires the manufacture of new spare parts, specifically "Screw, Socket Head, Type IV," conforming to Drawing 4491147, Item Number 23, and associated specifications. A critical requirement is that the material supplied must be mercury-free due to its intended use on submarines/surface ships. The Self-Locking Element (Nylok, Type N) must be from a Qualified Products List (QPL) in accordance with MIL-DTL-18240.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Firm Fixed-Price unit prices. The Government intends to add an option quantity to the resultant contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 04, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Contact: Helen.i.carmelo.civ@us.navy.mil
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on lead time, price, past performance, and capacity. Offerors must submit a unit price per CLIN, which should be firm fixed-price; tiered pricing will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is a limited competition, and a Source Approval Statement (SAR) applies to the National Stock Number (NSN). Firms not already approved to manufacture this material must submit a SAR, but the procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval. Accelerated delivery is encouraged. The supplier's Quality Inspection System must be in accordance with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 10012, and a written Quality Inspection and Test Plan is required for Government approval prior to production. All contractual documents are considered "issued" when transmitted electronically.