SCREW, T-10
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for SCREW, T-10 items. This falls under NAICS 332722, which covers bolt, nut, screw, rivet, and washer manufacturing. These are threaded fasteners used in military equipment and weapon systems maintenance and repair.
Given the T-10 designation, this likely refers to screws conforming to military or aerospace specifications where precise torque and tamper-resistance requirements apply. See the solicitation for exact quantities, technical specifications, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QXA04 |
| NAICS | 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026, 4:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Davenport, IA |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside restriction, meaning any responsible business—large or small—may bid. Small businesses are not required to participate under any specific socioeconomic program, but they may still claim small business size status for past performance and future contracting advantages.
To qualify, you must be a manufacturer of the specified screws under NAICS 332722, with that sector's standard size threshold applying if you seek to represent yourself as a small business. If you are a non-manufacturer, see the solicitation for any applicable non-manufacturer rule waivers or exceptions typical to defense hardware procurement.
You must also be registered in SAM.gov with active status, possess a valid CAGE code, and have any required defense certifications for supplying military-specification fasteners. See the solicitation for specific technical qualifications, quality assurance requirements, and any applicable DFARS clauses.
How to put together a competitive bid
For screw and fastener manufacturing bids, prioritize these elements:
Technical compliance: Military-specification screws often require traceable materials, specific thread classes, heat treatment, and plating certifications. Obtain the complete specification (possibly MS, NAS, or proprietary T-10 standard) and confirm your production capability before committing.
Past performance documentation: Navy supply contracts heavily weight reliable delivery history. Document any prior NAVSUP, DLA, or defense fastener contracts with on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance scores.
Pricing strategy: Full and open competition means pricing against larger manufacturers. Analyze historical pricing for similar solicitations if available. Consider whether you can achieve competitive unit costs at the likely volume, or whether packaging, shipping efficiency, or proximity to Davenport, IA provides advantage.
Quality systems: NAVSUP WSS typically requires ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems for aerospace and defense fasteners. Verify your certifications match requirements.
Small business leverage: Even without a set-aside, highlight small business participation in your proposal narrative if applicable, as agencies sometimes evaluate socioeconomic contributions as non-price factors.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QXA04. Review complete technical specifications, quantity requirements, packaging instructions, and all DFARS clauses. Note the firm deadline of November 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically not accepted in NAVSUP solicitations.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →