Souces Sought Fasteners.pdf
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This Sources Sought Notice is a market research document issued by DLA Land and Maritime in support of Naval Station Norfolk (NNSY) Portsmouth, Virginia, seeking capable manufacturers of MIL-SPEC fasteners for U.S. Navy vessels. The government is specifically looking for manufacturers who can produce high-quality fasteners including bolts, nuts, screws, and washers that meet stringent military specifications, with requirements for high corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and specialized materials suitable for maritime environments.
Interested manufacturers must submit electronic responses to Corey L. Powell (corey.powell@dla.mil) by 8 August 2025 at 3:00pm EST, with "MIL-SPEC Fasteners" in the email subject line. Respondents should provide company details, business size/socioeconomic status, past performance in naval/military fastener manufacturing, relevant certifications, production capacity, and lead times. The market research aims to potentially establish a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with qualified manufacturers, with the NAICS code 332722 assigned to this procurement. The document emphasizes that this is an informational notice and not a formal solicitation, with no obligation to award a contract or compensate response preparation.
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DLA Land and Maritime, in support of NNSY Portsmouth, Virginia, is conducting market research to identify capable manufacturers of MIL-SPEC fasteners suitable for use on U.S.
Navy carriers, submarines, and surface ships. This Sources Sought Notice and Request for Information is intended to assess the market's capability to provide fasteners that meet stringent military standards for naval applications. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to this procurement is 332722.
Additionally, the information gathered through this market research will support the potential issuance of a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) with qualified manufacturers. The BOA will facilitate streamlined procurement processes for future requirements of MIL- SPEC fasteners, ensuring the Navy's operational readiness and logistical efficiency.
1. Description of the Requirement
The Government is seeking qualified sources that can manufacture, supply, or demonstrate the ability to produce MIL-SPEC fasteners, including but not limited to:
• Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Washers, and related hardware
• Conforming to applicable MIL specifications (e.g., MIL-DTL-XXXX)
• Suitable for maritime and naval environments, with high corrosion resistance and mechanical strength
• Material requirements may include high-strength steel, corrosion-resistant alloys, or other specified materials
• Packaging and labeling compliant with military standards for secure handling and storage
Quantity: Various quantities
Delivery Schedule: TBD
Period of Performance: TBD
2. Response Information
Interested manufacturers are requested to provide the following:
• Company Name, Address, DUNS Number, and CAGE Code
• Business size and socioeconomic status (Small Business, 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, Woman-Owned, Large Business, etc.)
• Relevant past performance manufacturing MIL-SPEC fasteners for naval or military applications
• Certifications and standards compliance (e.g., MIL, ISO)
• Production capacity and lead times
• Any questions or comments regarding this market survey
3. Submission Instructions
Responses must be submitted electronically to Corey L. Powell at corey.powell@dla.mil no later than 8 August 2025 @ 3:00pm EST. Please include “MIL-SPEC Fasteners” in the subject line of the email.
4. Disclaimer
This Sources Sought Synopsis is for informational purposes only. This is not a request for proposal. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers, and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this technical description is strictly voluntary.
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