BOLT,MACHINE
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 for BOLT,MACHINE components. This procurement is for Special Emphasis Material (Level I/SUBSAFE) critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. Proposals are due by March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the supply of Machine Bolts conforming to Parker drawing 600-992-688, piece 6, with specific amplifications and modifications. Key requirements include self-locking elements per MIL-DTL-18240 and material specifications of MIL-DTL-12222, Grade 5, with Cadmium plating per QQ-P-416, Type II, Class 2 or 3.
Contractors must perform quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, testing certification (Liquid Penetrant Inspection or Magnetic Particle Inspection), hydrogen embrittlement relief, and wedge tensile tests. The material is designated as Critical Safety Item (CSI) due to its use in crucial shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship.
Quality Assurance & Certifications
A robust quality system is mandatory, adhering to ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) with calibration per ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Strict traceability from raw material to final certification test reports is required, with unique traceability numbers marked on each item. Multiple certifications are necessary, including a Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material, Test Certifications (CDRL DI-MISC-80678), and Chemical and Mechanical Material Certifications (CDRL DI-MISC-81020).
Government Quality Assurance (GQA) will be performed at the source. Contractors must maintain adequate records of all inspections and tests, and ensure subcontractor compliance. Receiving and final inspections will include 100% verification of traceability markings and certification data. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, at 8:30 PM UTC.
- Published: February 3, 2026.
- Delivery Schedule: Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review/acceptance takes 30 working days. Final material delivery is required 365 days after the contract's effective date.
- DPAS Rating: This is a DO rated order, certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Submission Requirements
Offerors must possess an acceptable Quality Control Manual to be eligible for award. Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_NOTIFICATION@NAVY.MIL. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests.