NUT, STEM RETAINING
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for NUT, STEM RETAINING. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a critical shipboard component. The material is designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its crucial role and potential for serious consequences if defective. Proposals are due July 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will supply Stem Retaining Nuts (Item 22A) in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Drawing 845-4558769. The material required is ASTM-B505, Alloy C90300. These nuts are for a crucial shipboard system where incorrect or defective material could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems.
Key Requirements
This opportunity involves stringent quality assurance and control procedures:
- Quality System: Must comply with ISO-9001, amplified by ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025.
- Certifications: Extensive chemical and mechanical analysis, visual inspection, and thread inspection are required. A Certificate of Compliance (SPECIAL EMPHASIS C of C) is mandatory, along with Test Certifications (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) and Inspection System Procedures (CDRL DI-QCIC-81110).
- Traceability: Strict material traceability is required for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, from raw material to certification test reports, with unique traceability markings.
- Material Restrictions: Weld repair is not permitted on UNS C90300 material. All items must be mercury-free.
- Government Inspection: Government Quality Assurance will be performed at the source.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Published: February 17, 2026
- Proposal Due: July 27, 2026
- Delivery: Certification data is due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery, with final material delivery 365 days after the contract's effective date.
- Rating: This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
- Certification Submission: Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. No material is to be shipped before acceptance.
- Drawings: Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page, followed by an email to the Primary POC.
Additional Notes
This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for questions, clarifications, and waiver requests. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073.