BOLT,SHAFT
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, has issued a solicitation for the manufacture of BOLT,SHAFT. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to specific technical, quality, and environmental standards, including a strict mercury-free requirement for use on submarines/surface ships. Proposals are due by March 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture of BOLT,SHAFT (P/N: 13957-201-3, Design Cage: 94756). Key requirements include:
- Meeting specified material and physical requirements for P/N: 13957-201-3.
- Marking in accordance with MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5.
- Configuration control per MIL-STD-973, including submission of Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
- Strict adherence to mercury-free requirements for materials intended for submarines/surface ships, prohibiting mercury contamination.
- Government Source Inspection (FAR 52.246-2) is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (implies a contract for manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 2, 2026, at 9:30 PM ET
- Published: February 2, 2026
- Delivery: 90 days after award
- Product Service Code: 99 (Miscellaneous)
Quality Assurance & Packaging
- The contractor is responsible for performing all inspection requirements and maintaining records for 365 days post-delivery.
- Packaging, preservation, and marking must comply with MIL-STD 2073 and the Contract/Purchase Order Schedule.
Additional Information
Drawings can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by searching the solicitation number. Detailed ordering information for applicable documents (AMS5643, ANSI-Y14.5M) and military specifications is provided within the solicitation. For inquiries, contact JENNIFER.HENRY@NAVY.MIL.