NUT,SELF-LOCKING,HE
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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 is soliciting proposals for Self-Locking Hexagon Nuts (MS17828-14C). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a critical shipboard system component, designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material. Proposals are due February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture and supply of MS17828-14C Self-Locking Hexagon Nuts for crucial shipboard systems. The material is classified as Level I/SUBSAFE, demanding stringent quality control, traceability, and adherence to specific material and testing standards. Key requirements include compliance with NASM25027, QQ-N-281, ASTM-D4066, and NAVSEA SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290 for non-metallic components.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: February 23, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: February 9, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required within 365 days after the contract effective date. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
Key Requirements
Contractors must adhere to comprehensive quality assurance standards (ISO-9001, ISO-10012/ANSI-Z540.3, or MIL-I-45208/MIL-STD-45662). Critical requirements include:
- First Article Testing (FAT): Submission of FAT reports or proof of prior qualification per NASM25027 Table XIII.
- Material Traceability: Maintain direct traceability from material to certification test reports, especially for Level I/SUBSAFE items. Re-identification and re-certification are required if material properties are altered.
- Certifications: Provide certifications for Dye Penetrant Inspection, Quality Conformance Tests, and a Certificate of Completion for nonmetallic inserts. A Special Emphasis Certificate of Compliance (CDRL DI-MISC-80678) is mandatory.
- WAWF Submission: All certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect/Accept by N39040), with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material can be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Configuration Control: Strict procedures for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are in place.
- Inspection: Government Quality Assurance at source is required. Final inspection includes material sampling (ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4) and 100% inspection of material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications.
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Additional Notes
This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Contact Alana M. Boyer at ALANA.M.BOYER2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 717-605-1234 for inquiries.