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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for STUD, PLAIN (NSN 1HM 5307-01-543-9275). This is a critical "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" material for shipboard systems, where failure could lead to serious injury or loss. The opportunity is Unrestricted, and proposals are due by May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of "STUD, PLAIN" in accordance with Curtiss-Wright drawings PL14590N18 and 14717N18. Key material requirements include QQ-N-286, Form 2, annealed and age hardened. Extensive testing certifications are mandated, including Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Annealing and Age Hardening, and Ultrasonic Inspection for specific material dimensions. K-MONEL fasteners must meet MIL-DTL-1222 requirements. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
Contract & Timeline
This is a Solicitation for a bilateral award, which will be DO/DX certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS). Delivery is required within 30 days of award.
- Contract Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Proposal Due: May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM local time
- Published: May 6, 2026 (latest notice date)
Key Requirements & Quality Assurance
Strict traceability and material certification are paramount. Offerors must provide a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-80678), an Inspection and Test Plan (DI-OCIC-81110), and Chemical and Mechanical Certification Data (DI-MISC-81020). Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment. Non-Original End Manufacturers (OEMs) must provide a signed letter of authorization from the OEM.
Evaluation
Award will be based on past performance (primary factor) and price (secondary factor).
Important Notes
This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Amendment 0002 incorporated Clause 52.222-90, "ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (DEV 2026-00038) (APR 2026)," which may impact proposal content or compliance.