53--SCREW,MACHINE

This solicitation seeks a supplier to manufacture flat‑head machine screws (type IV, self‑locking Nylok configuration A) for use on United States Navy submarines. The contract requires strict compliance with a long list of military specifications (e.g., MIL‑DTL‑18240, MIL‑STD‑130, ASME B1.3) and a comprehensive quality‑assurance program, including full material traceability, mercury‑free requirements, and detailed inspection and reporting (mill certificates, conformance certificates, visual/dimensional reports, mercury exclusion certification). The contractor must submit a complete Quality Inspection and Test Plan for approval before production, and all production‑lot testing/inspection reports must be approved prior to shipment. Delivery will be to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division, with acceptance performed by the cognizant DCMA‑QAR. • Manufacture flat‑head, self‑locking Nylok screws per Drawing 4491149 and MIL‑DTL‑18240 specifications. • Provide full QA documentation (certified mill certificates, conformance, dimensional inspection, mercury‑exclusion) and obtain DCMA approval before shipment. • Follow stringent packaging/marking (MIL‑STD‑2073) and mercury‑free material controls for submarine applications.