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 Threaded Studs (NSN 1HM 5307-01-543-2667). This procurement is conducted under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by May 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time.
Purpose & Scope
This Request for Quotations (RFQ) seeks to acquire "STUD, CONTINUOUS THR" for a crucial shipboard system, designated as Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured). The use of incorrect or defective material poses a high probability of failure, potentially resulting in serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of vital shipboard systems.
Key requirements include:
- Material Specifications: Stud, Continuous Threaded, Grade 500 (QQ-N-286), Solution Annealed and Age Hardened, Size 1 3/8 INCH, Length 7 INCHES, Thread Series 6 UNC, Class of Fit 3A.
- End Configuration: 45-degree chamfer to 1.11-inch diameter, both ends.
- Testing: Required Liquid Penetrant Inspection and Ultrasonic Inspection. Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests must be performed by specific, approved laboratories.
- Quality Assurance: Compliance with ISO-9001 or MIL-I-45208 quality systems, with Government Quality Assurance at the source. The contractor must maintain adequate records of all inspections and tests.
- Traceability & Certification: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory. Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment.
- Marking & Packaging: Specific marking requirements per MIL-DTL-1222 and MIL-STD-792, and packaging in accordance with MIL-STD-2073.
Contract Details
The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance. Delivery is required within 30 days, FOB Destination. The solicitation includes standard clauses such as Item Unique Identification and Valuation, Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirement, Inspection of Supplies, Wide Area Work Flow Payment Instructions, Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program, Small Business Subcontracting Plan, and Warranty provisions. Procedures for Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are also detailed.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by May 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM local time. NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2). Offerors must ensure all certification data is submitted via WAWF as specified.
Amendments & Key Updates
- Amendment 0001 extended the offer receipt deadline to May 15, 2026, and initially changed the set-aside to "Unreviewed-Unrestricted."
- Amendment 0002 subsequently changed the set-aside status to Total Small Business.
- Amendment 0003 incorporated Clause 52.222-90, "ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (DEV 2026-00038) (APR 2026)."
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact april.n.schlusser.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-7230.