NUT,PLAIN,HEXAGON
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy is seeking quotes for nuts, plain, hexagon through its Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support organization in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. This is a hardware procurement for standard fastener components used across naval weapon systems and platforms.
NAICS 332722 designates bolt, nut, screw, rivet, and washer manufacturing—a sector encompassing precision-machined metal fasteners produced to exacting military specifications. Hexagon nuts are among the most common fastener types in defense applications, used with bolts to secure assemblies in everything from shipboard machinery to aircraft structures. "Plain" indicates these lack specialized finishes or locking features at the base specification, though see the solicitation for any required plating, thread class, or material grade.
NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg serves as a primary inventory control point for naval aviation and maritime weapon systems spare parts. Contract awards through this office typically feed into the Navy's wholesale supply chain, with items stocked for issue to fleet maintenance activities.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy · NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support · Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QBB25 |
| NAICS | 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open—no small business set-aside applies. Any responsible source meeting the technical and qualifications requirements may submit a bid, including:
- Small manufacturers with NAICS 332722 capabilities
- Large domestic fastener producers
- Non-traditional defense contractors with commercial-grade fastener production lines
Small businesses should evaluate their competitive position carefully. Without a set-aside, pricing discipline and technical compliance become paramount. Prior military specification (Mil-Spec) experience, existing NAVSUP vendor codes, and demonstrated quality systems (AS9100, ISO 9001) strengthen competitiveness against established defense suppliers.
Manufacturers holding Small Business Administration size standards for NAICS 332722 (1,000 employees) may still pursue this opportunity but will compete directly with all qualified sources. See the solicitation for any subcontracting plan requirements or evaluation preferences.
How to put together a competitive bid
Fastener solicitations at NAVSUP WSS emphasize conformance to specification and supply chain reliability alongside price:
Technical compliance. Obtain the controlling military or federal specification referenced in the solicitation. Hexagon nuts typically fall under MS/NAS standards with precise dimensional, material, and hardness requirements. First-article testing or lot acceptance testing may apply—verify inspection requirements and quality clauses.
Traceability and certification. Defense fastener contracts require material and process traceability. Prepare to provide mill certifications, test reports, and certificates of conformance. DFARS specialty metal clauses (252.225-7009) frequently apply to naval procurements—confirm domestic source requirements.
Pricing strategy. Quote firm-fixed pricing with clear delivery terms. NAVSUP WSS often evaluates total evaluated price including transportation to designated depots. Understand whether the solicitation calls for single-award or multiple-award indefinite delivery terms.
Past performance. Highlight comparable fastener deliveries to DLA, NAVSUP, or other military customers. Document on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance history.
SAM registration and representations. Verify active SAM.gov registration, correct NAICS codes in your profile, and completed representations and certifications including size status and small business subcontracting plan if required.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation N0010427QBB25 on SAM.gov to review specification details, quantity, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria. The response deadline is November 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate time for quote preparation and submission through the designated procurement system. No place of performance is specified in the available metadata; see the solicitation for shipping and delivery instructions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →