SCREW, ADJUSTING
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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 Adjusting Screws (PSC 5305) for a crucial shipboard system. This procurement is for Level I, Special Emphasis Material, designated for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Proposals are due by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of Adjusting Screws for indicator assemblies, manufactured in accordance with Vacco drawing F3C10089, item 9. The material must be ASTM-A582, Type 303, and requires specific processes including oxygen cleaning (MIL-STD-1330), quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, and non-destructive testing for weld repairs. Welding and brazing must adhere to strict Navy standards (e.g., S9074-AR-GIB-010A/278, 0900-LP-001-7000).
Key Requirements
Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required. Strict traceability and certification are mandatory for all Level I/SUBSAFE materials, including unique traceability markings and comprehensive material certification test reports (DI-MISC-81020). All certification data and cleaning procedures require prior review and approval. Waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) must follow specific submission and approval protocols.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Notice ID: 009e6910449249088c995c406ff3870c
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published Date: January 7, 2026
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data CDRLS 20 days prior to delivery; PNSY review 18 working days; Final material delivery 365 days after PNSY acceptance. Partial and early deliveries are authorized and desired.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply, with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" codes for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Important Notes
This is a rated order certified for national defense use, requiring compliance with the Defense Priorities and Allocations System Regulation (15 CFR 700). The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system (https://register.nslc.navy.mil/) is available for data submissions, questions, and waiver requests. Contractors must submit their current documented quality system procedures to the PCO prior to award.