NUT, SELF-LKG, HE
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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Self-Locking Heavy Hex Nuts (NUT, SELF-LKG, HE). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with a response deadline of March 31, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) for crucial shipboard systems, requiring stringent control procedures. The nuts must meet MIL-DTL-32258 specifications, specifically a Nickel-Copper Alloy, Part Number M32258-UVC20. Key requirements include quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis (QQ-N-281 material), specific testing certifications (e.g., Dye Penetrant Inspection, Quality Conformance Tests), and First Article Testing (FAT) per NASM25027 and MIL-N-25027/1. Internal threads must be cut, not cold-formed. Extensive material traceability, certification (DI-MISC-81020), and marking (MIL-STD-792, MIL-DTL-32258) are mandatory, including for subcontractors. A Certificate of Compliance is required for all items.
Quality Assurance & Control
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, and suppliers of Level I/SUBSAFE material must submit documented quality system procedures. All inspections, tests, and certifications (including for subcontractors) must be meticulously recorded and available for Government review. Nonconforming products must be reported. Final inspection includes material sampling (ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4) and 100% inspection of certification data and traceability markings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 31, 2026
- Published: March 5, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery within 365 days after contract effective date. Certification data CDRLs due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Priority: This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Evaluation
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Submission Requirements
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (N50286) via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" DODAACs (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively) and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. First Article Test reports or qualification letters are required within 120 days after contract award.
Additional Notes
This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The solicitation has been amended to reflect the closing date of March 31, 2026, and updates to DODAACs and WAWF instructions.