STUD,CONTINUOUS THR
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 Continuous Thread Studs (STUD,CONTINUOUS THR). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for critical Level I/SUBSAFE material, requiring stringent quality and traceability. Proposals are due April 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the manufacture and supply of continuous thread studs, specifically Type IV, Grade 400 (QQ-N-281), 1/2 Inch in diameter and 2 3/4 Inches in length, with 13 UNC thread series and Class 3A fit. These studs are designated as SPECIAL EMPHASIS material due to their use in crucial shipboard systems where failure could result in serious injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems/the ship itself. Requirements are primarily governed by MIL-DTL-1222 and other referenced specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Delivery: Material delivery is required within 365 days after the effective date of the resulting contract. Certification data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Response Due: April 30, 2026, 20:30 UTC
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Priority: This is a "DO" rated order certified for national defense use under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Quality System: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (with ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025) or MIL-I-45208 (with MIL-STD-45662).
- Traceability & Certification: Mandatory material traceability and certification are required for chemical and mechanical properties (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678). Certification data must be submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040) for review and acceptance prior to shipment.
- Inspection: Government Quality Assurance at source is required. Material sampling for final inspection must be per applicable military specifications or ANSI/ASQ-Z1.4, with 100% inspection for traceability marking and certification data.
- Evaluation: Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Additional Notes
This solicitation has been amended to extend the closing date and add clauses. The Portsmouth NSY's DODAAC has changed from N00102 to N50286. This order is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).