Nuclear CAPSCREW, HEX 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, specifically the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard GF, has issued a Solicitation (RFQ N39040Q53448288) for the procurement of Nuclear CAPSCREW, HEX HD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by March 2, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks bids for 20 EACH of CAPSCREW, HEX HEAD, with specific dimensions (3/8-16UNC-2A X 1-3/8" LONG) and military specifications (MIL-DTL-1222 REV J, GRADE B7, MIL-B-857 A/R, TY III, 688-1864 REV J, C528 Specification Changes). The procurement also includes associated data requirements (Item 0002). Freight costs must be included in the pricing for Item 0001. The required delivery date (RDD) for the items is February 27, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine, 03904, United States.
- Pricing: FOB Destination.
- Award Basis: Award will be made on an "All or None" basis if specified in the RFQ. CPARS evaluation procedures apply if "All or None" is checked.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: March 2, 2026, 8:00 AM ET.
- Submission Method: Offers must be emailed to the Contracting Office.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on:
- Technical Acceptability: Meeting specifications and documenting capabilities.
- Adherence to Schedule: Ability to meet the requested delivery schedule.
- Price: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable, after considering technical and schedule factors.
- Requirements: Quotes must include pricing for all line items to avoid rejection. Vendors must provide technical information demonstrating compliance and are cautioned not to alter the solicitation.
Key Requirements & Compliance
- Operations Security (OPSEC): Bidders must adhere to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's OPSEC contract requirements, which detail protection of sensitive information (Critical Information and Indicators - CII), prohibited disclosures (e.g., social media, personal email), and the potential need for an OPSEC Plan.
- Certificate of Compliance: A Certificate of Compliance is a mandatory data requirement (CDRL Item A001) for each shipment. It must include a specific verbatim attestation statement, signature of the Quality Assurance official, and detailed material identification.
- Registration: Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be considered for award.
- Payment: WAWF and GCPC are preferred payment methods; WAWF registration is required.