CAP,SCREW SOCKET HD
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for CAP, SCREW SOCKET HD (Product Service Code 5305). This requirement is for Special Emphasis Material used in crucial shipboard systems, designated as Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured. The solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacture and supply of socket head cap screws (7/8 inch, 3 1/8 inch, Grade 500 (QQ-N-286), Solution Annealed and Age Hardened condition) in accordance with MIL-DTL-1222 and other specified documents. The material is critical for shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality control.
Key Requirements
- Material Specifications: Adherence to MIL-DTL-1222, QQ-N-286, ASTM-A574, ASTM-F606, MIL-STD-792, MIL-DTL-1222, MIL-STD-2132, ISO_9001, ISO10012, ISO/IEC 17025, MIL-I-45208, MIL-STD-45662, ANSI/NCSL Z540.3, and T9074-AS-GIB-010/271.
- Testing & Certification: Required for Liquid Penetrant Inspection and Ultrasonic Inspection on starting material. Specific requirements for K-MONEL fasteners, Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests (must use approved labs), and Wedge Tensile Tests.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required, necessitating notification to DCMA.
- Traceability & Marking: Strict traceability from material to certification reports is mandatory for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Material must be mercury-free. Marking must be permanent per MIL-STD-792 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Subcontractor Management: Prime contractors must assess subcontractor capabilities and flow down quality requirements.
- Documentation & Submission: Certification data, including chemical and mechanical analysis, must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040, email PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. No material is to be shipped without acceptance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (resultant award will be bilateral)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: May 26, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 25, 2026
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
This requirement is issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and any resultant contract will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Access to drawings, if included, requires a request on SAM.gov and an email to the POC.