SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW / JAN, NIMITZ CLASS CVN AIRCRAFT CARRIER
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is issuing a presolicitation for an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREWS (NSN: 5305-01-530-5642). This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and will utilize a reverse auction process. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about February 20, 2026, with responses due by March 23, 2026. This procurement supports the JAN, NIMITZ CLASS CVN AIRCRAFT CARRIER.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREWS, specifically NSN 5305-01-530-5642, which are manufactured by BEK INC. (CAGE 17283) and CURTISS-WRIGHT FLOW CONTROL SERVICE (CAGE 1EJ29) under part number E65-4273-12 REV B. The estimated annual quantity is 840 each. Delivery is required 258 days after the date of order, with inspection and acceptance at destination. FOB is at origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with zero (0) options
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Solicitation Issue Date: On or about February 20, 2026
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: February 5, 2026
Special Instructions
This solicitation includes DLAD Procurement Note L09, Reverse Auction. Interested suppliers must register their company at DLA.PROCUREXINC.COM to participate. Suppliers are encouraged to review online training for auction participation. For registration issues, contact the Procurex Help Desk at service@procurexinc.com or 866-412-7161.
The solicitation will be available via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/rfp on the issue date. From the DIBBS homepage, select "Requests for Proposal (RFP) / Invitation for Bid (IFB)" under "Solicitations" to download the PDF document. A paper copy will not be available.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or 445-737-4113.