Supply of Hex Nuts, CRES 316, Cold Worked (CLIN 0001)

The contract calls for the supply of 300 each of hex nuts made from cold-worked corrosion-resistant steel grade 316, manufactured to meet military specification MIL-DTL-1222 with modification 53450210, intended for high-reliability applications in demanding environments where strength and corrosion resistance are critical. These components must adhere to strict quality and performance standards suitable for defense and aerospace use, ensuring long-term durability under high-stress and corrosive conditions. The requirement is part of a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, exclusively available to small business concerns as defined by FAR 19.5, and is classified under NAICS code 332722 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on June 11, 2026, with a firm response deadline of June 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. Performance of the contract is designated for Bremerton, Washington, with a zip code of 98314, and the awarding agency is DLA Maritime – Puget Sound, under the Department of Defense. The contract is structured as a subcontract, indicating it is likely part of a larger procurement effort managed by a prime contractor. Full compliance with material, dimensional, and testing requirements under the referenced military specification is mandatory, and suppliers must be prepared to demonstrate compliance through documentation and testing records without reliance on external citations.