THUMBSCREW
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 MECH, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a THUMBSCREW. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The required part number is 8774461-001 with CAGE code 53711. Proposals are due by May 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract/purchase order requires the manufacture of the THUMBSCREW to meet specified material and physical requirements (p/n 8774461-001, CAGE 53711). Marking shall adhere to applicable Military Standards such as MIL-STD-130, MIL-STD-1285, MIL-STD-454, and MIL-P-15024/5. Configuration control is incorporated per MIL-STD-973, requiring contractors to submit Engineering Change Proposals, Requests for Deviations, and Requests for Waivers in accordance with its paragraphs and appendices.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for a contract/purchase order)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Delivery: 90 days after award
- Proposal Due: May 30, 2026, 20:30 UTC
- Published: April 23, 2026
Quality Assurance
The contractor is responsible for performing all inspection requirements and ensuring compliance with the contract/purchase order. Records of all inspection work must be kept complete and available to the Government for 365 calendar days after final delivery. Government Source Inspection per FAR 52.246-2 is required.
Additional Notes
Drawings for the THUMBSCREW can be viewed or downloaded from SAM.gov by entering the solicitation number. Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions apply. Source Control Drawings (SCD) are applicable, meaning awards for items described on an SCD will only be made to vendors listed on the SCD. Alternate items require prior testing and approval by NAVICP. If proposing an alternate commercial brand name item, a complete technical description must be submitted for government review. Detailed instructions for obtaining referenced documents (e.g., Military/Federal Specifications and Standards) are provided, including contacts for DODSSP and other specific document types.