BOLT,THRUST NEUTRAL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 04 Dec 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for bolts used as thrust neutral components. NAVSUP WSS serves as the U.S. Navy's primary provider of supply chain management for weapon systems, handling procurement, inventory management, and distribution of spare parts and hardware for naval aviation and maritime platforms.
Thrust neutral bolts are specialized fasteners critical to propulsion and power transmission assemblies, where precise load distribution and vibration resistance protect surrounding components from thrust-induced wear. These parts typically require exact material specifications, thread tolerances, and surface finishes to perform in demanding naval operating environments. See the solicitation for detailed technical specifications, quantities, and acceptance criteria.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QAA02 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None (open competition) |
| Response deadline | December 4, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted, full-and-open competition with no small-business set-aside. Any responsible offeror—large or small business—meeting the solicitation's qualifications may submit a bid.
The NAICS code 333998 classifies this under "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing," a broad category covering specialized industrial machinery and component parts not classified elsewhere. Firms registering in SAM.gov should use this NAICS code to confirm eligibility. Small-business size standards for NAICS 333998 are defined by the SBA; see the solicitation or SBA.gov for the specific employee or revenue threshold.
NAVSUP WSS suppliers typically need experience with defense-unique requirements: DFARS compliance, MIL-spec fastener certifications, traceability documentation, and quality systems that may include ISO 9001 or AS9100 alignment. First-time vendors should verify their SAM.gov registration is active, their CAGE code is current, and any required representations or certifications are complete before the deadline.
How to put together a competitive bid
Demonstrate manufacturing precision. Fastener solicitations from NAVSUP WSS emphasize dimensional tolerances, material traceability, and test data. Prepare to submit certificates of conformance, material certifications, and any required first article test reports. See the solicitation for specific quality clauses.
Price strategically for aftermarket naval support. NAVSUP WSS procurements often involve lower quantities than production-line buys but demand rapid fulfillment to support fleet readiness. Evaluate your tooling setup costs, lot sizing, and expedited testing capabilities against potential follow-on orders.
Validate delivery commitments. NAVSUP WSS performance metrics heavily weight on-time delivery. Confirm your supply chain for raw materials—particularly alloy steels or coatings subject to defense-priority allocations—can support the required schedule.
Review past procurement history. Search SAM.gov and FPDS for recent NAVSUP WSS awards under similar NSNs or part families to understand competitive pricing and incumbent performance. See the solicitation for any attached historical data.
Address packaging and marking. Defense logistics operations require strict MIL-STD packaging, RFID or IUID labeling, and shipment documentation. Factor these requirements into your proposal cost and production planning.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QAA02. The posted notice contains or links to complete specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and clause flow-downs not available in this summary metadata.
Note the deadline: Responses are due December 4, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. SAM.gov uploads must be completed before this timestamp; late submissions are inadmissible. Confirm your SAM.gov account allows adequate time for any technical submission steps.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →