SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE
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 / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support has issued a Solicitation for SCREW, CAP, SOCKET HE (NSN 5305-01-545-0432). This is for critical "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material (Level I)" used in shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious consequences. This opportunity is designated as an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8). Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Socket Head Cap Screws manufactured in accordance with Marotta drawing 280912-0005, Item 87. Material must be MIL-DTL-1222, Grade A574 or Grade 4340. Extensive testing and certification are mandated, including Liquid Penetrant Inspection or Magnetic Particle Inspection, and Wedge Tensile Tests. Thread inspection must adhere to FED-STD-H28 series. A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-80678) is required, and the contractor's Quality System must comply with ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208, including specific calibration requirements. Configuration control, waivers/deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are detailed. The material must be mercury-free, and packaging must follow MIL-STD 2073. Traceability and certification are paramount for Level I/SUBSAFE material, with Government Quality Assurance at source (DCMA) and subcontractor inspection requirements. Final inspection includes material sampling per ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4 and 100% inspection of data.
Contract & Timeline
This is a Solicitation for a "DO" rated order, certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). The set-aside is 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8). Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Payment instructions are provided for Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) are being utilized for this order.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by May 8, 2026, 8:30 PM ET. Certification Data CDRLs must be submitted on or before 20 days prior to scheduled delivery, with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review/acceptance within 6 working days. Certification documentation must be submitted via WAWF to "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, and "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. Evaluation will consider past performance as more important than price.
Important Notes
Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286. The solicitation includes clause 52.222-90. DD1423 Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg.