STUD,PLAIN
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, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for the procurement of Plain Studs (PSC 5307). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation has been amended to extend the closing date. Proposals are due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract requires the manufacture and supply of Special Emphasis Material (Level I, Scope of Certification, or Quality Assured) due to its use in crucial shipboard systems. The studs must meet MIL-DTL-1222 specifications, including Type IV, Grade 400 (QQ-N-281), 1 1/4 Inch Size, 5 5/8 Inch Length, 7 UNC Thread Series, Class 3A Fit, and Chamfered End Configuration. Key requirements include:
- Providing one additional fastener per heat/lot for testing.
- Testing certification for Liquid Penetrant Inspection or Magnetic Particle Inspection.
- Strict configuration control, requiring Government approval for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Ensuring materials are mercury-free.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed-Price Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, 20:30Z
- Published: March 16, 2026, 07:42:16Z (Amended)
- Delivery: Final material delivery within 365 days after contract effective date. Certification Data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Rating: "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Flexibility: Issued under Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Quality Assurance & Traceability
Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate), with calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025 (or MIL-STD-45662 as alternate). Rigorous traceability and certification requirements apply, including:
- Certificate of Compliance for Special Emphasis Material.
- Material Certification (DI-MISC-81020) with quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis traceable to material markings.
- 100% inspection for material verification, traceability, and NDT certifications.
- Specific marking requirements per MIL-STD-792 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Subcontractor inspection and quality control procedures are critical.
Evaluation Factors
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg will consider past performance in the evaluation of offers, in accordance with FAR 13.106(a)(2) and DFARS 252.213-7000.
Submission Instructions
Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. WAWF details: "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.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact FRANCINE.A.POMMELLS.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL at 717-605-3354.