NUT, UNION
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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, has issued a Solicitation for a 1/4 inch Union Nut, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material for crucial shipboard systems. This opportunity requires strict adherence to material, testing, and quality assurance specifications to prevent failure, personnel injury, or loss of vital shipboard systems. Proposals are due by June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of a 1/4 inch Union Nut in accordance with Leslie drawing number 19881N Piece number 25. Key material requirements include ASTM-B505 C90300/C92200 or ASTM-B584 C90300/C92200. Required testing includes a Hydrostatic Test for each Union Nut, with specific pressure and time tolerances. Weld repair is not permitted on specified materials. All threads must be inspected per FED-STD-H28 series, and internal threads must be formed by cutting.
Quality Assurance & Traceability
The material is classified as Level I/SUBSAFE, necessitating a robust quality system in accordance with ISO-9001, ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3, or ISO-17025. Contractors must provide Certificates of Compliance and maintain 100% traceability from material to certification test reports, including unique traceability numbers marked on the material. Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis is required, with re-certification if material properties are altered. Government Source Inspection (GSI) will be performed, and certification data must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) for review and acceptance prior to shipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Notice ID: 339f39ab48444220ab0f939073f8ae73
- Product Service Code: 4730 (Hose, Pipe, Tube, Lubrication, And Railing Fittings)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 29, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery on or before 365 days after contract effective date. Certification data CDRLs due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Priority: This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS), issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Additional Notes
Access to drawings must be requested on the individual solicitation page on Contracts Opportunities and an email sent to the Primary POC. The ECDS (Electronic Contractor Data Submission) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for certain data submissions and inquiries. Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed to N50286.