SCREWCAP,SOCKETHEAD
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, has issued a solicitation for SCREWCAP, SOCKETHEAD (NSN 5305-01-545-0455, NIIN 015450455). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a critical shipboard component, designated as "LEVEL ONE" and "SPECIAL EMPHASIS MATERIAL" due to its vital role where failure could lead to serious consequences. Quotations are due by May 4, 2026, at 8:30 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the manufacture and supply of specific socket head cap screws, which must meet the stringent requirements of MIL-DTL-1222, including specific configuration details: Type II, Grade 500 (QQ-N-286), Solution Annealed and Age Hardened, 5/8 inch diameter, 2 1/2 inches length, 11 UNRC thread, Class 3A fit, and Chamfered end. A self-locking element per MIL-DTL-18240 is required. The material must be K-MONEL, with specific heat treatment and mechanical property testing.
Quality Assurance & Traceability
The opportunity mandates a robust quality system, requiring compliance with ISO-9001 (amplified) or MIL-I-45208 (alternate), along with calibration system requirements. Extensive testing certifications are required, including Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Ultrasonic Inspection, Slow Strain Rate Tensile Test (from approved laboratories), and Wedge Tensile Test. Strict material traceability, chemical and mechanical analysis, and certification documentation (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678) are paramount. All items must be marked per MIL-DTL-1222 and MIL-STD-792. Government Quality Assurance will be performed at the source.
Contract & Timeline
This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Final material delivery is required 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Certification Data CDRLs must be submitted 20 days prior to scheduled delivery, with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review within 6 working days. Inspection and acceptance will occur at origin. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
Submission & Contact
Certification data 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 without acceptance. For inquiries, contact ALANA.M.BOYER2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 717-605-1234.