NUT,PLAIN,HEXAGON

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg is soliciting proposals for the supply of NUT, PLAIN, HEXAGON (Product Service Code 5310) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This opportunity is for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" critical for shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control and traceability. Proposals are due May 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.

Scope of Work

This solicitation requires the manufacture and supply of nuts conforming to MIL-DTL-1222 and other specified standards, including QQ-N-281. Key requirements include:

• Configuration: NUT, Type I, Grade 405 (QQ-N-281), Size 1 1/2 inches, 6 UNC Thread Series, Class of Fit 2B.
• Modification: Nuts must include lockwire holes per Naval Ship Systems Command Drawing 4684413 Item Number 2.
• Internal Threads: Must be formed by cutting; cold forming is not acceptable.
• Testing: Certifications are required for Liquid Penetrant Inspection per T9074-AS-GIB-010/271, with sampling per MIL-DTL-1222.
• Material: Designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its critical use in shipboard systems. Mercury-free materials are required.

Contract & Timeline

• Opportunity Type: Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business
• Proposal Due: May 6, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time (as extended by Amendment 0004).
• Published Date: April 27, 2026 (latest amendment).
• Delivery Schedule: Certification Data CDRLs due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery; PNSY review within 6 working days; Final material delivery 365 days after contract effective date.
• Priority Rating: Any awarded contract will be a "DX" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).

Quality & Compliance

Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Key aspects include:

• Government Quality Assurance: Performance of Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
• Traceability: Strict material traceability is mandatory, from raw material to finished component, identified by unique heat/lot numbers. Material certification reports must accurately reflect compliance and include quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis.
• Certifications: Certificates of Compliance (Special Emphasis C of C) are required, detailing contractor information, contract/purchase order number, NSN, and a statement of full compliance.
• Waivers/Deviations: All waivers and deviations require review and approval by the Contracting Officer.
• WAWF: Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment.

Evaluation & Submission

NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers. If drawings are included, access must be requested on the SAM.gov solicitation page, followed by an email to the Primary POC. This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).

Additional Notes

Amendment 0004 extended the closing date and changed the Solicitation Point of Contact from C. Valdez to L. Shaloka. Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286. DD1423 Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg.