53--CAP,SCREW SOCKET HD
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 Socket Head Cap Screws (Product Service Code 5305). This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The required material is classified as "SPECIAL EMPHASIS" for crucial shipboard systems, necessitating stringent quality and traceability controls. Proposals are due by May 12, 2026, at 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of Socket Head Cap Screws, specifically 5/16 inch, 1 5/8 inch length, 18 UNRC thread series, Class 3A fit, conforming to MIL-DTL-1222 and QQ-N-286 (Grade 500, Solution Annealed and Age Hardened K-MONEL). Key requirements include:
- Production Lot Testing (PLT) and DO rating for national defense use (DPAS).
- Extensive testing certifications, including Liquid Penetrant Inspection and Ultrasonic Inspection on starting material.
- Specific requirements for K-MONEL fasteners, including heat treatment and approved laboratories for Slow Strain Rate Tensile Tests.
- Detailed material traceability, identification, and certification requirements (DI-MISC-81020, DI-MISC-80678, DI-QCIC-81110).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Proposal Due: May 12, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
- Published: May 6, 2026 (latest amendment posted April 30, 2026)
- Delivery: Final material delivery on or before 200 days after contract effective date. Certification Data CDRLs 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
Key Requirements
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration systems per ISO-10012 (or MIL-STD-45662). Government Quality Assurance at source is required, with DCMA QAR involvement.
- Certifications: Comprehensive certifications are required for tests, chemical/mechanical analysis, and compliance, submitted via WAWF to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (Ship to N50286, Inspect by N39040, Accept by N39040).
- Traceability: Strict traceability from material to certification test reports is mandatory, with specific marking requirements per MIL-STD-792 and MIL-DTL-1222.
- Waivers/Deviations/ECPs: Detailed procedures for submitting and obtaining approval for waivers, deviations, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) are outlined.
Additional Notes
This is an amendment to update the closing date, Point of Contact, and delivery schedule. Offerors should review all referenced documents and specifications carefully.