STUD,PLAIN
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PSC
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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, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for STUD, PLAIN (NSN 1HM 5307-01-543-9275). This is a critical procurement for "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" material used in shipboard systems, where material failure could lead to severe consequences. The opportunity is designated as Unreviewed-Unrestricted, and proposals are due by May 15, 2026, at 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 and testing requirements include:
- Material: QQ-N-286, Form 2, annealed and age hardened.
- Testing: Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Annealing and Age Hardening, and Ultrasonic Inspection on starting material (for QQ-N-286 with diameter/parallel surfaces of 4 inches or greater).
- Fasteners: K-MONEL fasteners must meet MIL-DTL-1222 requirements, including specific heat treatment and mechanical property testing (Tensile, Yield, Elongation, Hardness).
- Traceability: Strict traceability is required from material to certification test reports, using unique traceability numbers, heat-lot numbers, or heat-treat numbers. Material marking must comply with MIL-STD-792 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Quality Systems: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 (or MIL-STD-45662 as an alternate).
- Certifications: Required certifications include a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-80678), Inspection System Procedures (DI-QCIC-81110), and Chemical and Mechanical Certification Data (DI-MISC-81020).
- Mercury-Free: Materials must be mercury-free.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ) for a bilateral award.
- Delivery: Required within 30 days of award.
- Rating: The resultant award will be DO/DX certified for national defense under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM local time.
- Published: May 7, 2026.
Quality Assurance & Traceability
This is a "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" material requirement, necessitating rigorous quality control. Contractors must provide documented quality system procedures, maintain detailed inspection records, and ensure subcontractor compliance. Government Quality Assurance at source is stipulated, requiring notification to the DCMA QAR or nearest DCMA Office upon order receipt. Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF for review and acceptance prior to each shipment.
Evaluation
Award will be based on a review of proposals, with past performance as the primary factor and price as the secondary factor.
Additional Notes
This requirement is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF). Offerors who are not the Original End Manufacturer (OEM) must provide a signed letter of authorization from the OEM. Data Item A001 (Inspection and Test Plan) may be waived if already on file at NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg. Amendment 0002 incorporated Clause 52.222-90, "ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (DEV 2026-00038) (APR 2026)."