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) has issued a Presolicitation for SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE (NSN 1H-5305-010299885-SQ). The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1. However, all responsible sources are invited to identify their interest and capability by June 16, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
This requirement is for 148 EA of SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE, NSN 1H-5305-010299885-SQ, TDP VER 009. Deliveries are required at DLA Distribution centers in New Cumberland, PA and Tracy, CA. The Government possesses rights to the technical data, which is complete and without restrictions. This is a Level 1 item to be acquired from approved sources only.
Qualification & Inspection
Offerors must have an inspection system conforming to MIL-I-45208A or an equivalent, certified by a joint DCMA/NAVSUP WSS survey team. Information on MIL-I-45208A can be obtained from NAVSUP WSS. Award is contingent upon meeting qualification requirements per FAR clause 52.209-1.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Sole Source
- Product Service Code: 5305 (Screws)
- Response Due: June 16, 2026 (for expressions of interest)
- Published: May 16, 2026
- Set-Aside: While the metadata indicates a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), the description explicitly states the Government's intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1. If, based on responses, a competitive procurement is determined, the solicitation would address specific small business set-aside types (e.g., Total Small Business, HUBZone, SDVOSB, EDWOSB, WOSB, HBCU/MI).
Additional Notes
The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items). Interested parties may identify commercial item capability within 15 days of this notice. The acquisition may be subject to Free Trade Agreements and the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; responses will inform a determination on competitive procurement.