SELF-LOCKING HEX NUTS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of "SELF-LOCKING HEX NUTS .625-18UNF-3B" (NASM17828 P/N MS17828-10F). The government requires these nuts to be marked "NICU" IAW NASM17828 and also include a marking on the flats that is traceable to a specific heat/lot number. Markings must be legible and as large as possible. Additionally, the RFQ includes requirements for data, specifically a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356A) and a Certification/Data Report (DI-MISC-80678).

• 50 each of SELF-LOCKING HEX NUTS .625-18UNF-3B, NASM17828 P/N MS17828-10F.

• Material must be marked "NICU" IAW NASM17828.

• Nuts must have a marking on the flats traceable to a specific heat/lot number.

• Markings must be legible and as large as possible.

• Data Requirement A001: Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356A).

• Data Requirement A002: Certification / Data Report (DI-MISC-80678).

• The RFQ is for delivered prices (FOB Destination).

• The quote due date is June 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

• The Required Delivery Date (RDD) is "As soon as possible." Offers not meeting or exceeding the RDD may not be considered responsive, and award may proceed to the LPTA offeror based on soonest delivery.

• Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• All provisions and representations must be filled out completely.

• Offers received without completed representations may not be considered for award.

• The source selection criterion is "Lowest Price Technically Acceptable."

• Quotations will be evaluated for acceptability based on the provided specifications.

• Technical submissions not meeting minimum requirements will be rated "Unacceptable."

• The Government intends to make an award without discussions.

• SPRS evaluation procedures may apply to determine vendor responsibility.

• Other than Certified Cost and Pricing Data may be requested.

• Set Aside: N/A.

• Size Standard: 600 Employees.

• FAR PART(s): 13 or 12.6.

• Bidders must indicate if the item is a PRICE LISTED item or a GSA ITEM and provide relevant details if applicable.

• Shipping/Freight must be included in the Unit Price.

• Inspection: Final Inspection at Destination or Origin. QA-4 material has a 7-day inspection time; QA-2 and QA-3 have a 45-day inspection time.

• Buy American Act and Free Trade Agreements may apply based on dollar thresholds.

• Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services representation is required (DEC 2019).

• NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment requirements apply. Offerors must have a current assessment posted in SPRS or submit a Basic Assessment.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions. These are standard contractual terms and conditions that potential bidders must adhere to if awarded a contract. They cover various aspects of compliance, representation, and reporting.

• FAR Clauses:
  • 52.204-26, 52.204-24, 52.204-25: Address prohibitions and representations regarding covered telecommunications equipment or services, including specific requirements for disclosure if such equipment or services are provided or used.
  • 52.204-27: Prohibits the use of the social networking service TikTok or successor applications developed by ByteDance Limited on executive agency information technology and contractor-used IT.
  • 52.204-29, 52.204-30: Cover Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) orders, prohibiting the use of certain "covered articles" or products/services from prohibited sources, with provisions for representation and disclosure.
  • 52.219-1: Small Business Program Representations, requiring offerors to represent their status as small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, women-owned small businesses, veteran-owned small businesses, etc.
• DFARS Clauses:
  • 252.204-7016, 252.204-7018: Related to covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.
  • 252.204-7019, 252.204-7020: Outline NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements for contractor information systems, including the need for current assessments to be posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
  • 252.232-7006: Details Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions, requiring electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports.
• DLAD Clauses & Procurement Notes: Include specific instructions for DLA procurements, such as handling superseded part numbers, manufacturing phase-outs, supply chain traceability, unused former government surplus property, and Warstopper Program material.
• Local Clauses: Provide specific instructions for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, including consignment, marking, and inspection requirements, as well as payment methods (Government Purchase Card) and special provisions for threaded products.

Bidders must carefully review all included clauses and provisions to understand their contractual obligations. Key areas of focus include:

• Representations regarding telecommunications equipment and supply chain security.
• Compliance with cybersecurity requirements (NIST SP 800-171).
• Adherence to small business status representations.
• Understanding payment and invoicing procedures (WAWF).
• Compliance with specific marking, packaging, and delivery instructions for DLA and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Failure to comply with these terms can impact eligibility for award or contract performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing specific data items required for contract line item number 0002, which pertains to "SELF-LOCKING HEX NUTS". It outlines the necessary certifications and reports that must be submitted by the contractor.

• Data Item A001: Certificate of Compliance. This is a "One Time" submission required with material, for Quality Compliance.
• Data Item A002: Certification / Data Report. This is a "One Time" submission with material, for Chemical & Mechanical Certification. Specific remarks indicate that certain paragraphs of DI-MISC-80678 do not apply, and that the certification must include actual test results for Chemical & Mechanical tests as required by the specification.

Bidders need to understand these data requirements to accurately price and plan for the submission of required certifications and reports. The CDRL specifies the format, content, and submission frequency for these critical data items, impacting proposal preparation and contract execution.