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 MECH, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Socket Head Cap Screws (0.500-13 UNRC-3A X 1.500), specifically Part Number MS16995-96 in accordance with NASM16995. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The material is designated as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS material" due to its critical application in shipboard systems, requiring stringent quality control. Proposals are due by June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement covers Socket Head Cap Screws that are critical for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital systems. Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: 0.500-13 UNRC-3A X 1.500, conforming to NASM16995, Part Number MS16995-96.
- Testing: Mechanical property and metallographic testing per FF-S-86 and ASQ Z1.4 (Inspection Level S-1, AQL = 4.0). Wedge tensile tests are required for headed fasteners, with specific procedures based on diameter and grade.
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system compliant with ISO-9001 (amplified), ISO-10012, ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025, or MIL-I-45208 with MIL-STD-45662. The system is subject to Government evaluation and audit.
- Traceability & Certification: Strict material traceability (MIL-STD-792) and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) are mandatory. A Certificate of Compliance (Special Emphasis C of C) is required, detailing specific information including NSN, contract number, and a statement of full compliance. Test certifications must be positive and unqualified.
- Inspection: Government Quality Assurance (GQA) at source is required, typically performed by a DCMA QAR. Contractors must maintain inspection records and ensure subcontractor compliance.
- Configuration Control: Detailed procedures for Waivers/Deviations (Critical, Major, Minor) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are outlined, requiring Contracting Officer approval.
- Mercury Free: Materials must not contain or come into contact with mercury.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for procurement of items)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Proposal Due: June 22, 2026, 20:30Z
- Published: June 2, 2026, 07:46Z
- Delivery Schedule: Certification data 20 days prior to delivery, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) review 18 working days, final material delivery 210 days.
- Warranty: One year / 365 days after the date of last delivery.
- Priority Rating: Any awarded contract will be DO certified under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
Payment and submission of certification data will be processed via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The Electronic Contractor Data Submission (ECDS) system is available for data submissions and inquiries. This opportunity involves Critical Safety Items (CSI), necessitating rigorous adherence to all specified requirements.