CAP,SCREW SOCKET HD
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 WSS Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for Socket Head Cap Screws (PSC 5305). This requirement is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems, demanding rigorous quality control and traceability. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will manufacture and supply Cap, Screw, Socket Head in accordance with detailed specifications, primarily MIL-DTL-1222, and other referenced standards including QQ-N-286, ASTM-A574, ASTM-F606, MIL-STD-792, and ISO-9001. Key requirements include:
- Specific material properties for K-MONEL fasteners.
- Extensive testing, certification, and traceability from raw material to finished component.
- Adherence to quality system requirements (ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, ISO-17025, or MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662).
- One additional fastener per heat/lot for traceability.
- Mercury-free materials.
- Configuration control, including procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (leading to a bilateral award)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 8:30 PM EST (updated by amendment)
- Published: February 26, 2026
- Delivery: 180 days (updated by amendment)
- FOB: Destination (updated by amendment)
- Priority Rating: DO certified for national defense under DPAS.
- Emergency Acquisition: Pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
- Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required. Contractors must notify the Government representative (DCMA) upon award.
- Certification Data: Must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Drawings: Access must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the Point of Contact.
- Contact: Heather R. Jones at HEATHER.R.JONES52.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-4866.