NUT,HEX
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Hex Nuts, designated as Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems. This requirement is under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and will result in a DO certified order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Proposals are due June 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will supply Hex Nuts in accordance with Curtiss-Wright Drawing 12884C18, with material specified as ASTM-B446, UNS N06625 Grade 1. Key requirements include:
- Providing one additional fastener for each unique heat/lot for traceability.
- Performing Liquid Penetrant Inspection per T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Adhering to FED-STD-H28 series for thread inspection; cold forming of internal threads is prohibited.
- Maintaining a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662).
- Ensuring strict material traceability and certification for Level I/SUBSAFE systems, with certifications submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF prior to shipment.
- Marking fasteners in accordance with MIL-DTL-1222 and MIL-STD-792.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified (Unrestricted)
- Response Due: June 29, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 27, 2026, 10:16 AM EST
Evaluation
Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
Additional Notes
- The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
- Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, and contractors must notify their assigned DCMA QAR or nearest DCMA office upon order receipt.
- Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg.
- Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require Government review and approval.
- All hardware must be Mercury Free.
- Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF, with specific