1050 DENIER BAL NYL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapons Systems Support activity in Mechanicsburg is soliciting for 1050 denier ballistic nylon. This is a woven fabric material commonly used in military applications such as body armor carriers, tactical gear, equipment bags, and other protective equipment requiring high tensile strength and abrasion resistance. The "1050 denier" specification indicates a heavy-duty nylon weave with 1050 denier yarn count, a standard military-grade material. NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg manages supply chain and logistics support for naval weapons systems, so this acquisition likely supports ongoing production or sustainment of equipment for Navy and Marine Corps forces.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapons Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QBA39 |
| NAICS | 333998 — All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may submit offers. However, given the NAICS code 333998, the government expects bidders with capabilities in general purpose machinery manufacturing or supply of technical textile materials to military specifications.
To be competitive, bidders should:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through the performance period
- Have or be able to obtain a CAGE code
- Demonstrate experience supplying ballistic nylon or similar technical textiles to military specifications (such as MIL-DTL- or A-A- standards)
- Understand Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements, including clauses related to certified cost or pricing data, Buy American Act, and specialty metals restrictions where applicable
- Be prepared to meet quality assurance and inspection requirements typical of textile supply to DLA or NAVSUP
Small businesses without prior military supply experience may face barriers due to specification complexity and compliance requirements. Firms with commercial textile experience should evaluate whether they can meet military technical specifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given this is a NAVSUP WSS solicitation for a specific material with defined technical characteristics, focus your proposal on:
Technical compliance: Ensure your product meets the exact denier, weave pattern, coating, and finishing requirements specified. Military textiles are governed by precise specifications—deviations typically require approved waivers. See the solicitation for the specific standard (likely a MIL-DTL, ASTM, or proprietary specification reference).
Past performance: Document prior supply of ballistic nylon or comparable military-grade fabrics to DOD or federal agencies. Include Contract Performance Assessment Reports (CPARs) or past delivery data.
Pricing strategy: Analyze Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) historical pricing for similar materials if available. NAVSUP WSS acquisitions often involve competitive pricing with evaluation against market research benchmarks.
Supply chain readiness: Demonstrate ability to meet delivery schedules with certified material traceability. Ballistic nylon sourcing may involve domestic mills or approved foreign sources subject to Berry Amendment compliance for DOD textile purchases.
Quality systems: Highlight ISO 9001 certification or equivalent quality management systems applicable to textile manufacturing.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation N0010427QBA39 on SAM.gov to obtain the complete technical specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and all applicable contract clauses. The response deadline is November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—allow adequate time for SAM registration, qualification, and proposal preparation. Monitor SAM.gov for any amendments or Q&A postings that may modify requirements or extend the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →