15--SPOILER,WING,AIRCRA, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting for repair and modification services for aircraft spoilers and wings. Aircraft spoilers are control surfaces used to disrupt airflow and reduce lift, playing a critical role in flight control and braking during landing. Wing repair and modification work for military aircraft typically involves structural assessment, fatigue damage repair, corrosion treatment, component replacement, and airworthiness restoration in accordance with naval aviation maintenance standards. See the solicitation for specific quantities, aircraft platforms, and technical requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QMA06 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is fully open with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may compete. The NAICS code 336413 corresponds to "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing," though the work described involves repair and modification rather than new manufacturing. Eligible bidders should have capabilities in:
- Aircraft structural repair, particularly fixed-wing control surfaces
- Experience with military or defense aviation maintenance standards
- Quality systems capable of meeting naval aviation requirements
- Appropriate security clearances and facility certifications as specified in the solicitation
Small businesses are not barred from competing but will face competition from large defense contractors with established naval aviation maintenance contracts. See the solicitation for any applicable size standards, past performance requirements, or mandatory qualifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
For aircraft component repair and modification work, focus your proposal on:
Technical approach: Detail your repair station capabilities, non-destructive inspection (NDI) methods, and adherence to military specifications such as MIL-STD-1560 or equivalent naval technical manuals. Describe your engineering authority to develop repair schemes and obtain military approval for depot-level work.
Past performance: Highlight contracts for similar naval, Air Force, or FAA-certified repair of flight-critical structures. Include customer references and CPARS ratings if available.
Quality and certification: Emphasize AS9110 (aerospace repair) or AS9100 certification, NADCAP accreditation for specific processes (welding, heat treatment, composites), and any existing Navy Principal or Chief of Naval Operations approval as a repair source.
Cost realism: Repair/modification solicitations often evaluated on fixed-price or cost-plus basis. Provide detailed basis of estimates for labor hours, material, engineering, and overhead. Given open competition, large competitors may leverage economies of scale—justify any premium through technical value or schedule advantages.
Small business positioning (if applicable): Though unrestricted, emphasize agility, direct program access, or specialized niche expertise if competing against larger firms.
Next steps
Access and read the full solicitation N0038327QMA06 on SAM.gov to obtain the statement of work, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and any amendments. Note the firm response deadline of November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically inadmissible for Department of Defense acquisitions. Monitor SAM.gov for amendments or Q&A postings that may affect your bid strategy.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →