SCREW,CAP,HEXAGON H
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Hexagon Head Cap Screws (Product Service Code 5305) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This requirement is for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" crucial for shipboard systems, demanding stringent quality and traceability. Proposals are due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of Hexagon Head Cap Screws, 1/2 inch in size and 2 1/2 inches in length, with 13 UNC Thread Series and Class of Fit 2A, Grade B16 (ASTM-A193), Hardened and Tempered. These items are designated as Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured material for critical shipboard systems. The contract requires adherence to MIL-DTL-1222 and other specified standards, with a Unit of Issue of EACH, plus one additional fastener per heat/lot for traceability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (bilateral award anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5305 (Screws)
- Delivery: 180 days (FOB Destination)
- Proposal Due: March 27, 2026, 20:30:00Z
- Published: February 26, 2026
Key Requirements
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required.
- Traceability & Certification: Critical for Level I/SUBSAFE systems. Material must have unique traceability markings (heat-lot, heat-treat numbers) directly linking to chemical and mechanical property certifications. Re-certification is required if material properties are altered during processing.
- Testing: Includes Liquid Penetrant Inspection or Magnetic Particle Inspection, and Wedge Tensile Tests for headed fasteners per MIL-DTL-1222 and ASTM-F606. 100% inspection for material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications.
- Documentation: A Certificate of Compliance (Special Emphasis C of C) is required. Certification data must be submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040, email PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil). No material shipment is permitted prior to acceptance.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD 2073.
Submission & Evaluation
- Evaluation: NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
- Drawings: Access to drawings must be requested on the SAM.gov individual solicitation page, followed by an email to the Point of Contact.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file. The resultant award will be DO certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).