BOLT,SHOULDER

The US Navy is soliciting bids for the supply of bolts, specifically shoulder bolts, for use in a crucial shipboard system. The bolts must meet the requirements of the QQ-N-286 specification and be annealed and age hardened with a minimum yield strength of 90,000 PSI. The contractor must provide a certificate of compliance and maintain adequate records of inspections and tests. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer. Key requirements include: * The bolt stud must be in accordance with Delaval drawing CW-2300CW, piece 601 * The unit of issue is each * The contractor must provide one additional fastener for each uniquely identified heat/lot of material in each shipment * Quantitative chemical and mechanical analysis is required for the parts listed * Certifications are required for the following tests: Liquid Penetrant Inspection, Ultrasonic Inspection on Starting Material * The contractor must maintain adequate records of all inspections and tests * The contractor must develop written procedures that implement the material control requirements stated in the contract