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) has issued a Presolicitation for SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE (NSN 1H-5305-014254179-L1). The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1, but all responsible sources may identify their interest and capability. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 5000 EA of SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE, with delivery to N50286, PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD L1SS, KITTERY, ME 03904. The Government possesses rights to the technical data, and the data package is complete with no technical data, engineering, tooling, or manufacturing restrictions. Interested parties can obtain Military and Federal Specifications and Standards from DODSSP or ASSIST-Online.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to sole source, but seeking competitive interest)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 10, 2026 (45 days from publication for competitive proposals; 15 days for commercial item interest)
- Published: February 24, 2026
Evaluation
Proposals received within 45 days (or 30 days if under an existing BOA) of publication will be considered. The Government retains discretion on whether to proceed with a competitive procurement based on responses. Award is contingent on the offeror, product/service, or manufacturer meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) for this solicitation, but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. This acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement if relevant DFARS clauses are included in the solicitation. Contact HEATHER R. JONES at HEATHER.R.JONES52.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or (717)605-4866.