NUT, HEX, HEAVY
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support organization in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, is soliciting quotes for nuts, hex, heavy—a type of fastener hardware used in military equipment and systems. These are standard hardware items in the 332722 industry classification, which covers bolt, nut, screw, rivet, and washer manufacturing. Heavy hex nuts are commonly specified in military and industrial applications where higher strength and load-bearing capacity are required compared to standard hex nuts.
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support serves as the Navy's primary provider of supply chain management for weapons systems support, sourcing spare parts and hardware for naval aviation, surface, and submarine platforms. The 5310 federal supply classification confirms this is nuts and washers hardware. Given NAVSUP WSS's role, these nuts likely support maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities across Navy weapons systems, though see the solicitation for specific end-use applications, technical specifications, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QFG22 |
| NAICS | 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This procurement is unrestricted—no set-aside program applies, meaning businesses of any size may compete, including small businesses bidding against large manufacturers. Under NAICS 332722, the Small Business Administration size standard is typically 1,000 employees, so manufacturers and distributors in the bolt, nut, and fastener space should verify their eligibility.
Potential bidders include:
- Manufacturers with heavy hex nut production capabilities and relevant military/technical certifications
- Distributors authorized to supply certificated fasteners meeting military specifications
- Small businesses in the metal fastener supply chain able to meet quality and traceability requirements
Government buyers in this commodity area often require compliance with MilSpec standards, material certifications, and DFARS defense acquisition regulations. Previous experience supplying to NAVSUP or Defense Logistics Agency channels strengthens competitiveness.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the hardware commodity nature of this requirement and unrestricted competition:
Technical compliance: Obtain the full specification—likely a military fastener standard such as MS, NAS, or ANSI/ASME B18.2.2 for heavy hex nuts. Confirm your product meets exact dimensions, material grade (e.g., steel grades 2, 5, or 8; stainless; or specific alloys), finish, and thread requirements. See the solicitation for the applicable specification number.
Certifications and quality: Prepare your ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality documentation if applicable. Military hardware typically demands lot traceability, material test reports, and certificates of conformance. Review DFARS clauses for domestic sourcing restrictions, particularly DFARS 252.225-7009 (specialty metals) and Buy American Act provisions.
Pricing strategy: Heavy hex nuts are price-sensitive commodities. Calculate carefully: raw material costs (steel pricing volatility), plating/finishing, inspection, packaging, and shipping to the designated government destination. With large manufacturers likely competing, small businesses should leverage any cost advantages from specialized production or existing inventory.
Past performance: Highlight prior Navy, DLA, or defense fastener contracts. Reference CPARS ratings or similar performance documentation.
Small business positioning: Even without a set-aside, emphasize small business status in proposals—agencies often credit small business participation in source selection evaluations or may consider socioeconomic factors where applicable.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QFG22 to obtain complete specifications, clauses, deliverables, and any amendments. Note the firm response deadline of November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT—late submissions are generally not accepted in NAVSUP solicitations. Monitor SAM.gov for any pre-solicitation notices, Q&A postings, or solicitation amendments that may affect requirements or deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →