STUD,CONT THREAD
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for STUD, CONT THREAD (NSN 1HM 5307-01-690-6432, NIIN 016906432). This requirement is designated as Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems, necessitating stringent quality control and traceability. The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due May 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work & Key Requirements
This solicitation is for the procurement of "STUD, CONT THREAD" under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). The material is critical, with potential failure leading to serious injury or loss. Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: Compliance with MIL-DTL-1222 (for studs, bolts, hex cap screws, socket head cap screws, and nuts), QQ-N-286 (for K-MONEL fasteners), and MIL-STD-792 for permanent marking.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required.
- Testing & Certification: Production Lot Testing is mandatory. Certifications are required for Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Ultrasonic Inspection on Starting Material, and Axial Tensile tests for studs. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests for QQ-N-286 must be performed by approved laboratories.
- Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is required, with unique traceability markings on the material. Re-certification is needed if material properties are altered during fabrication.
- Packaging: Must be in accordance with MIL-STD-2073.
- Configuration Control: Contractors must maintain total equipment baseline configuration and submit Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for Class I or II changes. Waivers/Deviations require PCO approval.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (per Amendment 0002)
- Delivery: Within 30 days of award, FOB Destination.
- Proposal Due: May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time.
- Published: May 6, 2026.
- Award: Resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
- DPAS Rating: "DO" certified for national defense.
Evaluation & Submission
- Evaluation Criteria: Past performance will be considered in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2).
- Certification Data Submission: Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. Specific WAWF codes are "Ship to" N50286, "Inspect by" N39040, "Accept by" N39040, with email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance.
- Drawings: Access to drawings, if included, must be requested on SAM.gov, followed by an email to the listed POC.
Additional Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities. Clause 52.222-90, "ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (DEV 2026-00038) (APR 2026)" is incorporated.