STUD,CONTINUOUS THD
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 Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for Continuous Thread Studs (NSN 1HM 5307-01-632-7798, NIIN 016327798). This requirement is pursuant to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF) and involves SPECIAL EMPHASIS material critical for shipboard systems. Offers are due by May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture and supply of Studs, Continuous Thread, specifically Type IV, Grade 500 (QQ-N-286), Solution Annealed and Age Hardened, measuring 1.125 Inches in diameter and 8.190 Inches in length, with 7 UNC Thread Series and Class of Fit 3A. The material is designated as critical, where failure could lead to serious personnel injury, loss of life, or loss of the ship. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to MIL-DTL-1222 and other specified documents (e.g., QQ-N-286, MIL-STD-792, ISO-9001).
- Extensive testing, including Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Ultrasonic Inspection, and Axial Tensile tests, with certifications required.
- Maintenance of a quality system in accordance with ISO-9001 (or MIL-I-45208) and calibration system requirements.
- Strict traceability and certification requirements for all materials, including chemical and mechanical analysis.
- Specific marking requirements for fasteners per MIL-DTL-1222 and MIL-STD-792.
- Government Quality Assurance at source and subcontractor inspection requirements.
- Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Unreviewed-Unrestricted
- Delivery: 30 days from award.
- FOB: Destination
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 4:30 PM Local Time
- Published: May 7, 2026 (latest amendment)
Evaluation Factors
- Past performance will be considered in the evaluation of offers (IAW FAR 13.106(a)(2)).
- The resultant award will be issued bilaterally, requiring contractor acceptance.
- The contract will be a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS).
Additional Notes
- This opportunity is subject to Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities (EAF).
- Amendment 0001 extended the response date and changed the set-aside status to Unreviewed-Unrestricted.
- Amendment 0003 incorporated Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors."
- Certification data must be submitted to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow) for review and acceptance prior to each shipment.
- Waivers/Deviations and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) require Contracting Officer approval.
- Access to drawings, if included, requires a request on SAM.gov followed by an email to the POC.
- Contact: APRIL.N.SCHLUSSER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 7712290555.