15--SUPPORT ASSEMBLY,BE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 23 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia office is soliciting bids for a "SUPPORT ASSEMBLY,BE" item. This appears to be a supply acquisition for a specific aircraft or weapons system component, as NAVSUP WSS manages the spare and repair parts inventory that keeps Navy and Marine Corps platforms operational.
NAICS 336413 corresponds to Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. Companies in this classification typically produce components not classified under airframe or aircraft engine manufacturing—items such as structural assemblies, control surfaces, landing gear components, and various support fixtures used in military aviation.
The classification code 1560 falls within the Federal Supply Classification (FSC) system for Airframe Structural Components. This confirms the item relates to the physical structure or support framework of an aircraft rather than electronic, propulsion, or general hardware systems.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326RFB87 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | October 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is full and open competition with no small business set-aside designated. Any responsible contractor capable of manufacturing or supplying airframe structural components to military specifications may submit a bid.
Prospective bidders should:
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active registration
- Hold NAICS 336413 in their SAM profile or be able to justify this classification
- Demonstrate capability to meet Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements, including sourcing restrictions, counterfeit parts prevention, and cybersecurity standards (NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC where applicable)
- Be prepared to provide Certificate of Conformance or materiel inspection documentation typical of aviation critical safety items
Small businesses are eligible to compete but will face competition from larger established defense contractors. Prior NAVSUP supplier experience and demonstrated quality system certifications (AS9100, ISO 9001) strengthen competitiveness.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the nature of NAVSUP WSS solicitations:
Understand the exact item requirement. The solicitation title is abbreviated. Review the full documentation for technical specifications, part numbers, and applicable military or OEM technical data packages.
Assess technical data availability. NAVSUP often provides drawings, specifications, or source control drawings. Determine whether you possess these or must request them, and whether any licensing from the original equipment manufacturer is required.
Evaluate delivery requirements. Weapon Systems Support orders typically involve specific delivery schedules tied to fleet readiness. Understand required delivery dates, shipping instructions, and packaging requirements (often MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073).
Price strategically. NAVSUP WSS operates under the Stock Point Logistics Integrated Communications Environment (SPLICE) system. Pricing must account for potential long-term provisioning if this becomes a regularly stocked item.
Complete required representations. Include all FAR and DFARS clauses, small business representations if applicable, and any required cost or pricing data.
Next steps
Download and review the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038326RFB87. The package contains item specifications, quantities, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and all mandatory clauses.
Note the deadline: Responses are due October 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. SAM.gov automatically enforces this cutoff—late submissions are inadmissible.
The Notice does not specify the fiscal year funding or contract line item structure; see the solicitation for complete acquisition details, including any options or minimum quantities.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →