NUT, SELF-LKG, HE
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting proposals for Self-Locking Heavy Hex Nuts (Part Number M32258-UVC20), designated as Special Emphasis Material for crucial shipboard systems. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due by May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of Nickel-Copper Alloy self-locking heavy hex nuts, conforming to MIL-DTL-32258. Due to their critical application in shipboard systems, these items are classified as Special Emphasis Material, requiring stringent quality control, material traceability, and certification. Key requirements include quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis, specific testing certifications (Dye Penetrant Inspection, Quality Conformance), and First Article Testing (FAT). Internal threads must be cut, and the material must be mercury-free. One additional fastener per heat/lot is required for traceability.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product Service Code: 5310 (Nuts And Washers)
- NAICS: 332722
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 6, 2026
- Delivery: Final material delivery is required on or before 365 days after the effective date of the contract. Certification data CDRLs are due 20 days prior to scheduled delivery.
- Priority Rating: This is a "DO" rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and is issued pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
Quality Assurance & Evaluation
Contractors must maintain a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208 as an alternate) and calibration system requirements of ISO-10012 or ANSI-Z540.3 with ISO-17025. Government Quality Assurance (DCMA QAR) at the source is required. Extensive material traceability, certification, and inspection procedures are mandated, including 100% inspection for traceability marking and certification reports. Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers.
Submission Requirements
Certification data and FAT documentation must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) prior to each shipment, with specific "Ship to," "Inspect by," and "Accept by" DODAACs (N50286, N39040, N39040 respectively) and email notification to PORT_PTNH_WAWF_Notification@navy.mil. No material is to be shipped prior to acceptance. FAT documentation is due within 120 days after contract award.