53--SCREW,CAP,SOCKET HE
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 Mech is soliciting proposals for the manufacture and supply of Screw, Socket Head (NSN 5305) for use on Navy submarines. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for new manufacture spare parts, specifically Screw, Socket Head, Type IV, which must meet material, physical, and mechanical requirements specified on Drawing 4491147, Item Number 23. Key requirements include:
- Qualified Products List: Self-Locking Elements (Nylok, Type N) must be from an applicable Qualified Products List (QPL) per MIL-DTL-18240.
- Marking: Each unit must be permanently marked with material symbol "NICU or NC", manufacturer's symbol, and lot number per MIL-STD-130.
- Mercury-Free: All materials must be free from metallic mercury contamination, as they are intended for submarine/surface ship use. Written approval is required if metallic mercury is a functional part.
- Quality Assurance: The supplier's Quality Inspection System must comply with MIL-I-45208 or ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 or ISO 10012. A written Quality Inspection and Test Plan (CDRL A001) requires Government approval prior to production. Production Lot Testing/Inspection Reports (CDRL A002) are also required, including Certified Mill Certification, Certificate of Conformance for Material, Visual/Dimensional Inspection Report, and Mercury Exclusion Certification, all subject to Government approval before shipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation for Firm Fixed-Price spare parts.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Published: April 2, 2026 (latest amendment).
- Option: The Government intends to add an option quantity for increased supplies.
Evaluation
Award will be based on competitive procedures, evaluating offers on lead time, price, past performance, and capacity. Quotes must include unit price, extended price, lead time, and quote expiration date. Only one unit price per CLIN will be accepted; tiered pricing is not permitted.
Additional Notes
This is a limited competition due to a Source Approval Statement (SAR) for the NSN. Firms not already approved to manufacture this material must submit a SAR, but the procurement will not be delayed for SAR approval. Accelerated delivery is encouraged. Quotes should be emailed to the contact provided.